Motorcyclist killed in crash on A1 near Garforth
The bike was spotted crashed early this morning
A motorcyclist has died after a crash on the A1 northbound close to Garforth.
It happened just before 5:30am this morning between junctions 42 and 43, with a grey Suzuki motorbike the only vehicle involved.
Police were called by a concerned motorist after the crashed bike was spotted, with the 58 year old being found on a nearby grass verhe.
A 58 year old man was pronounced dead at the scene.
The rider was wearing a white helmet and a green high-visibility motorcycle jacket at the time of the collision.
Anyone with information is being urged to contact West Yorkshire Police on 101.