Police appeal after car and motorbike involved in serious crash in Castleford

Two men riding a Honda motorcycle suffered serious injuries when they hit a silver Toyota Auris.

Watling Road Castleford
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 18th Feb 2026
Last updated 18th Feb 2026

Two people have been seriously injured after a crash involving a car and a motorbike in Castleford.

The incident happened at 7:30pm on Watling Road last night.

Two men riding a Honda motorcycle suffered serious injuries when they hit a silver Toyota Auris.

One of the men was hospitalised with leg injuries considered to be life-changing.

The other was taken to hospital with head and spinal injuries that are thought to be life-threatening.

Police are urging anyone with video footage showing the vehicles' movements prior to the crash to get in touch on 101.

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