George Sunderland seeks witnesses after Knaresborough hit-and-run

North Yorkshire Police are investigating a hit-and-run collision in knaresborough after a cyclist and a car were involved on High Street around 12.30pm on Thursday, May 21. Officers said the vehicle was thought to be either a maroon Ford Fiesta or Focus and that the pair were travelling towards the town centre.

The cyclist was knocked off his bike, and an ambulance attended to support him. Police said his injuries were not serious.

George Sunderland appeal

George Sunderland is asking witnesses and anyone with dashcam footage to come forward. Police want to hear from people who saw the vehicle before the collision and are asking them to email george.sunderland@ or call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for George Sunderland, quoting reference 12260092192.

High Street response

The road was partially closed for one hour while officers investigated the scene and the cyclist’s injuries were treated. That left a short stretch of High Street restricted as police gathered evidence from the location.

For anyone who was on High Street at 12.30pm, the practical step now is straightforward: check dashcam footage, review any images from the area, and pass anything relevant to police with reference 12260092192.