Train hits tractor near Knaresborough
A train has hit a tractor near Knaresborough in North Yorkshire.
A train has hit a tractor near Knaresborough in North Yorkshire.
Police have confirmed that a man driving a tractor has been taken to hospital after being hit by a train at a level crossing in North Yorkshire.
The collision happened on the line between Knaresborough and Cattal at 6.20pm.
None of the passengers on board the Northern Rail Leeds to York service were hurt.
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