POLICE have renewed an appeal for witnesses to a road accident that claimed the life of a 57-year-old man.

The incident happened on Friday, April 6, at 10pm, when the man's Ford Fiesta van was involved in a collision at the Hemlington Lane junction with Stainton Way, Middlesbrough.

Police are anxious to trace an articulated lorry with a blue or black curtain-sided trailer. It may have a bull bar and spotlights, and could be damaged on its off-side. Anyone with information should contact PC Derek Walton on (01642) 301558