A MAJOR road near York has been cleared following a crash in the area.

Earlier today, traffic was at a standstill on the A64 eastbound near Askham Bryan as the road is blocked.

The AA said the incident happened near to Redhill Field Lane at Bilbrough Top and the A1237 at Copmanthorpe roundabout.

But the road has now been cleared and traffic is moving again.

York Press: The A64 near Askham Bryan in YorkThe A64 near Askham Bryan in York (Image: Google Street View)

It was reported that emergency services were called to the scene.