Man in his 70s dies after car crashes onto train tracks in Harrogate
Police found the driver, who was the only occupant of the car, in a silver VW Golf which was overturned on railway tracks near to Stray Rein around 3pm on Friday 18 July.
The car had been travelling along York Place before it left the road and went down the railway embankment.
Despite efforts from emergency services, the man died at the scene. His family are being supported by specialist officers.
Supt Andy Nunns, from North Yorkshire Police, said: "There is currently a scene in place for collision investigation work to take place.
"My thoughts at this time remain very much with the man's family and I would like to thank the public for their patience.
"We will continue to work with Network Rail and the British Transport Police to minimise disruption."
National Rail have warned passengers to expect disruption between Leeds and York via Harrogate until the end of the day. York Place is also expect to be closed for most of the day.
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