Motorcyclist dies in crash in Castleford involving several cars
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The crash happened on Front Street in Glasshoughton at about 16:00 BST on Tuesday, police said
A motorcyclist has died after a "very serious collision" involving a bike and several cars, police have said.
Emergency services were called to the scene on Front Street in Glasshoughton, Castleford, at about 16:00 BST where it was confirmed the man had died as a result of the crash.
A road closure was in place on Tuesday evening, West Yorkshire Police said.
Officers asked drivers to avoid the area while a recovery operation and investigations took place.
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