A64 crash: Tragedy as teen, 18, is killed in horror smash after being hit by a BMW while walking
A TEENAGER has been killed in a horror car crash while walking on the A64 as cops have launched an appeal for information.
The 18-year-old was struck by a black BMW at around 1.20am this morning near York, Yorkshire, police confirmed.
It is not clear why the young man was making his way along the busy main road on foot.
The road was closed in both directions as a forensic examination of the scene was carried out.
The car alleged to be involved was picture by the carriageway with a shattered windscreen and badly damaged front end.
A man in his 40s, who is believed to have been driving, is assisting police with their inquiries.
Officers were pictured searching the area between the crash site and the lay-by where the car was being examined, around a mile down the road.
A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: “North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage following a serious collision that occurred on the A64 in the early hours of this morning
“The collision involved a single vehicle and a pedestrian. Sadly, the pedestrian, an 18-year-old man died at the scene of the collision.
“The man’s family have been contacted about the tragic incident and are receiving support.
“Police are appealing to anyone in the area who may have seen the pedestrian, the black BMW or who has dashcam to come forward.”
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the force on 101, quoting reference 12230054266.
Those who wish to make an anonymous report can contact independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.