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A MOTORCYCLIST died on Monday following a collision -despite efforts by other motorists to save his life.
The horror unfolded on the A629 Keighley Road at Low Bradley, between Keighley and Skipton.
The 65-year-old man was riding a red Honda motorcycle when it was in collision with a green Land Rover Defender at around 12.30pm.
Both vehicles were heading south from Skipton towards Keighley at the time.
A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: "The rider of the motorcycle sadly died at the scene despite the efforts of other motorists and paramedics to save him. His family have been informed and are receiving support."
The road remained closed until 8.40pm while police enquiries were carried out at the scene and for the safe recovery of both vehicles.
The driver of the Land Rover Defender, a 43-year-old woman, was arrested in connection with the investigation and has been released while enquiries continue.
The spokesperson added: "To support the investigation, we are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to come forward. This includes of the collision itself as well as either vehicle prior to the incident."
Anyone able to help with the police investigation is asked to email SCIU@northyorkshire.police.uk or call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for the Serious Collision Investigation Unit.
To provide information anonymously, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or make an online report.
Quote reference number 12260200739 when providing details.