A SERIOUS road traffic accident has caused the closure of a road in North Yorkshire.
The accident, involving a car and a lorry, happened on the A66 at Gilling West.
The road is closed in both directions between Gilling West Crossroads and Scotch Corner.
Diversions are in operation via B6274 into Richmond and A6108 through Skeeby.
A police spokeswoman said the incident was ongoing, but confirmed the accident was "serious".
More details to follow.
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