Cyclist in critical condition after hit-and-run in Castleford

A cyclist is in critical condition after being hit by a motorbike that failed to stop in Castleford on Tuesday night.
By Leanne Clarke
Published 18th Oct 2023, 16:49 BST
Updated 19th Oct 2023, 08:58 BST
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The Major Collision and Enquiry Team would like to speak to anyone who saw or has information about or footage of the collision on Queens Park Drive on Tuesday, October 17.

The incident took place at about 10.10pm after a motorbike of unknown make was in collision with a man riding a pushbike.

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The motorbike is believed to have been heading away from Fryston Road while the cyclist was heading towards it.

The Major Collision and Enquiry Team would like to speak to anyone who saw or has information about or footage of the collision on Queens Park Drive last night.The Major Collision and Enquiry Team would like to speak to anyone who saw or has information about or footage of the collision on Queens Park Drive last night.
The Major Collision and Enquiry Team would like to speak to anyone who saw or has information about or footage of the collision on Queens Park Drive last night.

The male cycle rider, a 55-year-old, man suffered serious head injuries.

He was taken to hospital for further treatment and is said to be in a critical condition.

The motorbike failed to stop at the scene and enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances.

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Detective Inspector Paul Conroy of the Major Collision and Enquiry Team, said: "This has clearly been a very serious collision and I would appeal to anyone who witnessed the collision, or who has information or footage that may assist this investigation, to contact the Major Collision Enquiry Team on 101 referencing log 1765 of October 17."

Information can also be given online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk101livechat