A CRASH in Ryedale caused severe delays during rush hour this morning (February 19).

North Yorkshire Police was called to the collision on the A170 Westgate in Pickering at 8.05am.

The force said it involved two vehicles and there were no serious injuries.

Following the crash, the force's Roads Policing Group tweeted: "The road is partially blocked and causing severe delays. Please avoid if possible. Recovery en route."

The road was cleared and reopened by 9.30am.