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Tragedy at Scarborough's Oliver's Mount Races As Rider Dies

Officers are appealing for witnesses and information following a fatal collision at an event at Oliver’s Mount in Scarborough.

At approximately 3.20pm on Saturday 11 April 2026, a motorcyclist came off a Kawasaki ZX636 during a race. The rider, a man in his 30s, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. The man’s family are aware and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.

Police are urging any spectators who were present at the event and have not yet spoken with officers to come forward. If you witnessed the incident, or have any information or social media footage that may assist the investigation, please contact North Yorkshire Police.

Information can be provided by emailing MCIT@northyorkshire.police.uk or by calling North Yorkshire Police on 101.

Please quote reference 12260064669.

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