A MAN has been arrested for causing death by dangerous driving after a woman was killed in a car crash.

The collision happened at around 5.30pm on Tuesday and involved a silver Nissan Qashqai travelling in the direction towards Stokesley, and a black BMW M4 Coupe that was heading towards Tanton.

It happened on Tanton Road, near Tanton Bridge, Stokesley.

The 33 year-old female driver of the Qashqai was taken to hospital where she died.

The driver of the BMW, a 41 year-old man from Ingleby Barwick, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving a motor vehicle when alcohol level above limit.

He has been released under investigation while inquiries continue.

North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information about the fatal collision.

A force spokesman said: "We are requesting the public's assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

"In particular, officers would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision or has any dash-cam footage taken in the area at the time, which may have captured the collision or either vehicle prior to the incident.

"Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to email the Major Collision Investigation team at MCIT@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk or call 101, ask for North Yorkshire Police and pass information to the Force Control Room."

People who wish to remain anonymous, can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

The North Yorkshire Police reference number is 122-00-119-993