17-year-old injured in Audi and bike crash in Leeds

The crash took place on Queenswood Drive, Leeds, at 1pm today.

Police were called to the incident and closed the road during the busy lunchtime rush hour.

A 17-year-old man - who was on the motorbike - was taken to hospital.

Police confirmed he suffered minor injuries.

A West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "At 1pm today police were called to a road traffic collision involving an Audi A3 and a motorbike in Queenswood Drive, Leeds.

"A 17-year-old male who was on the motorbike was taken to hospital with minor injuries."

First West Yorkshire notified motorists of the road closure on social media.

They tweeted: "Queenswood Drive is closed and services will be diverted until further notice.

"The 56 towards Moor Grange will be diverting via Kirkstall Lane, Morris Lane & Spen Lane."

The road has since reopened.

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