A MAN has been arrested in connection with a fatal collision in North Grimston last week.

On Wednesday, September 16, police received reports of a single vehicle collision on the B1248 in the village, where a white Renault van had collided with a tree. The road was closed for several hours while investigations took place.

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police, said: “The passenger of the van, a 49-year-old Malton man, was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene.

“A 45-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of driving offences in connection with the incident. He has been released on bail as enquiries continue.”

Police are continuing to appeal for anyone who may have travelled along the B1248 between North Grimston and Malton between 10pm on September 15 and 7.30am on September 16 in either direction who have dashcam footage of the white Renault van to make contact with them.

In addition anyone who may have seen the vehicle in the Malton area around this time is asked to phone police on 101 or email emma.drummond@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk quoting reference 12200162432.