Police investigate an 8 vehicle crash on the M62 in West Yorkshire

A man is in hospital with life threatening injuries

Author: Lynsey BagnallPublished 30th May 2025

Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision on the M62 motorway yesterday (Thursday).

It happened on the eastbound carriageway, just before the Junction 23 exit slip road at about 5.41pm and involved eight vehicles.

A motorbike rider has been taken to hospital with what are described as life-threatening injuries. The 51-year-old man is said to be in a critical condition today.

The carriageway remained closed until around 1am today.

Officers at the Roads Policing Unit are keen to speak with anyone who witnessed it or has any footage.

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