A64 Yorkshire: Major route near Leeds between Tadcaster and York to remain shut for at least 5 hours
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North Yorkshire Police said the A64 would be closed between the A659 for Tadcaster and the A1237 near York due to the crash, which happened at around 1.20am.
The road is expected to remain closed during rush hour, with it not yet known how many vehicles are involved, or the severity of any injuries.
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Investigations underway
National Highways is advising drivers that the A64 is closed in both directions between Bilbrough and the A1237 at Copmanthorpe following a serious collision near Bilbrough Top Services.
The incident occurred at 1.20am this morning. Emergency services remain on the scene, with an investigation under way. The closure is expected to be in place for a considerable amount of time.
Police statement
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “The road is expected to stay closed during this morning’s rush hour (Mar 27). This is to allow collision investigation work to take place following a serious collision which occurred at just before 1.20am this morning.”
Diversion details
Eastbound - Solid Diamond - Traffic is being locally in the area. Road users travelling from further away towards the A64 from the A1M are advised to stay on the A1M and exit at J47 then take the A59 (eastbound). Continue until you reach the A1237 then head southbound to re-join the A64 near Copmanthorpe.
Diversion details
Westbound - Hollow Triangle - Exit the A64 and at the roundabout, take the second exit onto the A1237 and continue for approximately five miles to the roundabout with the A59.
Full closure remains in place
The A64 will remain closed in both directions between the A659 and the A1237 until at least 3pm this afternoon. Motorists are advised to avoid the area.
Route to remain closed for at least 5 more hours
North Yorkshire Police remain in attendance and are carrying out detailed investigation work which is likely to remain ongoing until this afternoon. Once investigation work is complete, clear up and recovery will take place.
Long delays continue
National Highways Yorkshire advise that there are still long delays in both directions. Eastbound traffic is advised to use A1M and A59 for York.
Teenager killed in crash
Police have named George Sawyer, aged 18, from Farnley Tyas in West Yorkshire as the man killed in yesterday’s crash.
The collision involved a black BMW that was travelling along the eastbound carriageway of the A64 shortly before 01.20am that collided with George as he crossed the road.
The driver of the BMW, a man in his 40s, is helping officers with their investigation.
Anyone with any information or footage is urged to preserve the footage and contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting reference 12230054266, alternatively you can email Steve Hawkins [email protected]
