Teenager in life threatening condition after Rishworth crash

Six people were inside a black Vauxhall which crashed early this morning

Author: Matt SoanesPublished 4th Feb 2025
Last updated 4th Feb 2025

Police are appealing for witnesses after a crash which left a teenager in Rishworth in a life threatening condition.

Officers were called to the A672 Oldham Road shortly before 1am this morning, after a black Vauxhall Corsa left the road.

It's believed to have been travelling from junction 22 of the M62 towards Rishworth and was carrying six people at the time.

A teenager remains in hospital in a serious condition, while five others suffered minor injuries.

Five people have been arrested in connection with the incident.

West Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses, or anyone who captured dashcam footage in the area at the time, to contact them on 101.

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