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A man has been arrested following two separate crashes in North Yorkshire.
The first incident took place on the A59/B6451 crossroads close to Menwith Hill at approximately 8pm on Thursday (October 1).
It involved a scaffolding truck and a silver Kia Ceed.
A second incident, believed to have occurred around 8.30pm that evening, involved the same vehicle and took place on Old Church Lane in Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire Police said.
The vehicle reportedly collided with several parked vehicles before being found abandoned.
A 44-year-old man from Summerbridge was arrested shortly afterwards on suspicion of multiple driving offences, possession of a controlled drug, and arson with intent to endanger life.
He appeared in court on Saturday (October 3), and has been remanded in custody.
A police spokesperson: "We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who witnessed either incident, or who has dashcam footage that may have captured something."
Anyone with information is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police, quoting reference 12260193256.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.