POLICE said this evening that they are dealing with a serious crash in a North Yorkshire village.

North Yorkshire Police tweeted that the collision had happened in Leavening, near Malton.

"The Leavening Brow cross roads are currently closed and are expected to be for some time," it said.

"Motorists are advised to avoid the area until further notice."

The force added later: "The four road closures are: Leavening village towards the cross roads. The road from the cross roads to the quarry. South of Birdsall house towards the junction. The junction north of Acklam road."

North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service said firefighters from Malton went to the scene and assisted with lighting.