Leeds Road crash: Route between Otley and Pool in Wharfdale closed after serious road traffic collision

Emergency crews are currently on the scene after a serious crash near Otley.

West Yorkshire Police has issued a statement saying that Leeds Road between pool in Wharfedale and Otley has been closed due to the one-vehicle collision.

The statement reads: “Emergency Services are currently in attendance at a serious road traffic collision involving one vehicle on Leeds Road, between Pool in Wharfedale and Otley.

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“The road in both directions is currently closed.

“We would ask people to avoid the area at this time.”

Edit: Police have confirmed that a woman in her 80s has died as a result of this incident.

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