Front Street Castleford: Man killed in motorcycle crash as Wakefield road remains closed

James Connolly
By James Connolly

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Published 28th May 2024, 19:59 BST
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A man has died after a crash in Wakefield, police have confirmed.

The collision, that was reported at 4pm this afternoon (May 28), happened on Front Street in Glasshoughton, Castleford.

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A man has been killed after a crash that was reported on Front Street, Glasshoughton, Castleford, on May 28. Photo: Google.A man has been killed after a crash that was reported on Front Street, Glasshoughton, Castleford, on May 28. Photo: Google.
A man has been killed after a crash that was reported on Front Street, Glasshoughton, Castleford, on May 28. Photo: Google. | Google

Police were told that there had been a “very serious collision” involving a motorcycle and several cars.

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Emergency services rushed to the scene and it was confirmed that the man riding the motorcycle had died as result of the crash.  

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A road closure remains in place. West Yorkshire Police has urged drivers to avoid the area while recovery and investigation work is carried out.

Anyone who saw or has footage of the collision has been asked to contact the Major Collision and Enquiry Team (MCET) by calling 101 and referencing police log 1146 of May 28.

Related topics:PoliceCastlefordEmergency servicesWest Yorkshire Police

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