Motorcyclist from North Lincolnshire suffers life-threatening injuries in Ryedale crash
A road near the Castle Howard roundabout was shut for hours after a motorbike and taxi collided
Last updated 27th Sep 2026
A man in his 50s from North Lincolnshire is fighting for his life in hospital following a crash in Ryedale.
The rider was riding a white Yamaha which was involved in a collision with a red Toyota Auris taxi near the Castle Howard roundabout at around 3.30pm yesterday afternoon (Saturday 26th September).
He was travelling with another motorcyclist at the time.
An air ambulance was called and he was flown to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The road stayed closed for nearly five hours while officers examined the scene.
Investigators needed the time to carry out checks and safely recover both vehicles.
It reopened to traffic just before 8pm.
North Yorkshire Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage
Detectives are now appealing for anyone who saw the crash to come forward.
They also want to hear from drivers who spotted either vehicle in the moments before the collision.
This includes anyone with dashcam footage that could help the investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to email email protected or call 101 and ask for Jamie Broadbent.
Witnesses should quote reference number 12260189371 when they get in touch.