A HGV driver has died after he vehicle he was travelling in struck a bridge on the A1(M) in the early hours of Wednesday (April 23)

Emergency services attended the serious crash on the stretch of A1(M)  at about 2.10am on the southbound carriageway between Junction 48 (Boroughbridge) and Junction 47 (Allerton Park).

A HGV lorry collided with an overhead bridge near the Allerton Waste Recovery site.

Police have since confirmed the driver of the HGV, a 31-year-old man, died at the scene.

The southbound carriageway was closed to allow emergency services to attend the incident and investigate the scene.

It still currently remains closed for scene recovery work to take place but two lanes are expected to open shortly after 4.30pm.

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Following the collision, North Yorkshire Police are investigating the fatal incident and have urged people to get in touch with information. 

A spokesperson for the police force said: "We’re now urging anyone who saw the collision or the HGV involved in the collision prior to it that has not already made contact to get in touch. Our officers are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have any relevant dashcam footage.

"Anyone with information is asked to email mcit@northyorkshire.police.uk or phone North Yorkshire Police on 101 and speak to the Force Control Room. Please quote reference number 12240071188 when passing information."