Three teenagers have died in a crash on a road in Hambleton.
It happened at around 11pm last night (Friday, 29 July).
A grey Alfa Romeo car was involved in a collision on the B6268 Masham Road, near Thornton Watlass, Bedale.
The scene of the crash
Four young men were in the car. It was travelling from Bedale towards High Burton.
Sadly three passengers within the vehicle, a 17 year old man and two 18 year old men, have died as a result of their injuries.
The driver, also an 18 year old man, sustained serious injuries and is receiving treatment in hospital.
At this stage, police don’t think any other vehicles were involved.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We’re appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident, may have seen the vehicle in the area prior to the collision or anyone who may have dashcam footage or any other information that could help the investigation.”
If you can help, contact police on the numbers below.
How to help the police
- Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for the Major Collision Investigation Team
- Email the Major Collision Investigation Team here
- Quote reference number 1222013414
