A 31-year-old man has died in the collision that caused the closure of the A1(M), North Yorkshire Police have revealed.
Police are appealing for information and witnesses following the fatal collision that happened overnight.
It occurred at approximately 02:10am on the southbound carriageway of the A1(M) between Junction 48 (Boroughbridge) and Junction 47 (Allerton Park).
A HGV lorry collided with an overhead bridge near to the Allerton Waste Recovery site. Tragically, the driver of the HGV, a 31-year-old man, died at the scene.
The southbound carriageway was closed to allow emergency services to attend the incident and investigate the scene.
It still currently remains closed for scene recovery work to take place but two lanes are expected to open shortly after 4pm.
A police spokesperson said:
"We’re now urging anyone who saw the collision or the HGV involved in the collision prior to it that has not already made contact to get in touch.
"Our officers are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have any relevant dashcam footage.
"Anyone with information is asked to email mcit@northyorkshire.police.uk or phone North Yorkshire Police on 101 and speak to the Force Control Room."
Please quote reference number 12240071188 when passing information.

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