A crash has closed a major road in North Yorkshire this afternoon.

North Yorkshire Police say they are dealing with a serious collision near Beadlam east of Helmsley.

They have closed the A170 to the east of the village while the emergency services deal with the crash.  

A spokesman said: "Motorists travelling between Helmsley and Kirkbymoorside should find an alternative route."

The police have not said when they hope to reopen the road or any details of the vehicles involved.