AN ELDERLY man has died following a car crash on the A59 near York.

The incident occurred at the crossroads of York Road in Green Hammerton, at about 1.40pm on Thursday, May 19.

The 80-year-old man was driving a grey Ford Fiesta when he collided with a red Audi A4, and was taken to York Hospital, but was pronounced dead on Saturday, May 21.

A spokesman for North Yorkshire Police said they wanted to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident, particularly two men who tried to help the victim, who has not yet been named.

Anyone with information should contact the police on 0845 6060247.