An investigation has been launched after a man died in a quad bike crash in rural North Yorkshire.
It happened on private land at Dales Wood near Brotherton, Knottingley, at about 4.20pm on Saturday.
A 52-year-old man was found unresponsive after the quad bike overturned.
Brotherton, near Knottingley
Despite life saving efforts by members of the public, paramedics and the police he was pronounced dead at the scene. His family has been informed.
Traffic Sergeant Mark Patterson said: “I would like to thank the members of the public who assisted the emergency services at the scene.
“I’d also request that anyone who was in the Dales Wood area between 3pm and 4pm who saw the man riding a green Honda quad bike gets in touch with us if they have not already done so, as it may help our investigation into the incident.”
How to help the police
- Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Mark Patterson
- Email Mark Patterson
- Quote reference number 12250220773
