Ford Fiesta driver arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving in Knottingley after motorcyclist suffers serious injuries in crash

By James Carney
Published 2nd Mar 2023, 14:00 BST
Updated 10th Mar 2023, 13:05 BST
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A motorcyclist has suffered serious injuries in a crash near a pub in Knottingley.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a road traffic collision involving a black Ford Fiesta and a black Lexmoto Enigma motorcycle.

Officers would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision, which occurred on The Square near to the Golden Lion Hotel, at around 5:30am Wednesday, March 8.

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The motorcycle rider, a man in his fifties, suffered serious injuries as a result of the collision.

The Golden Lion on The Square in Knottingley. Picture by GoogleThe Golden Lion on The Square in Knottingley. Picture by Google
The Golden Lion on The Square in Knottingley. Picture by Google

His injuries were not believed to be life threatening.

The Fiesta driver, a 20-year-old male, was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and has since been released on bail for enquiries to continue.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, who saw either of the vehicles prior to the collision, or who has footage that may assist this investigation is asked to contact the Roads Policing Unit on 101 or by using the 101LiveChat on the West Yorkshire Police website.

Please quote the reference number 13230132882.