POLICE are appealing for witnesses to a collision that resulted in the death of an 84-year-old man.

According to the police appeal, the crash took place around 5.30pm on Thursday, February 16 2017.

It involved two cars - a black Peugeot 207 and a white Ford Kuga - that were travelling on the A165 at Speeton, near Filey.

A police statement said: "The Peugeot driver was taken to hospital in Scarborough with abdominal injuries. Sadly, he died a few days later."

North Yorkshire Police say they are not yet in a position to name the man, who is from the Filey area.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or saw either of the cars beforehand is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Zoe Billings.

They can also email mcit@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk.

Quote reference number 12170027138.