Teenager taken to hospital in 'serious' condition following Scarborough collision

Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a serious collision that occurred in the early hours of this Saturday morning (February 7).

The incident took place shortly after midnight on Seamer Road, near the Hyundai Garage.

A 16-year-old boy has been taken to hospital in serious condition following a collision in Scarboroughplaceholder image
A 16-year-old boy has been taken to hospital in serious condition following a collision in Scarborough

It involved a red Citroen C1 which collided with a telegraph pole.

A 16‑year‑old boy, who was a passenger in the vehicle, remains in a serious condition.

A 17‑year‑old boy has been arrested on suspicion of driving offences and is currently in police custody.

The road was closed until around 7am to allow for a full investigation of the scene and recovery of the vehicle.

Officers would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have dashcam footage from the area at the time.

Email [email protected] or [email protected], or contact the North Yorkshire Police control room on 101.

Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

Quote reference 12260023063 when providing information.

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