Two motorcyclists have been killed in a crash on the A61 between Harrogate and Ripon.
Police said the riders were killed when their machines were involved in a collision with two cars between Wormald Green and South Stainley.
Police have not yet named the men.
Three other people from the cars - a white Suzuki Vitara and a silver BMW 320 - were said to have been slightly injured.
The accident, at about 4.45pm yesterday, closed the A61 for several hours, with diversions causing delays for drivers.
Witnesses should call police on 01609 789212.
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