A MAN has died following a collision involving a cement truck this morning.

Police are now appealing for witnesses.

It happened at around 11.05am on Skipton Road, Steeton, when a cement truck travelling west on the road collided with a pedestrian, a police spokesperson said.

They added: "The pedestrian, a 42-year old male, was taken to hospital where he later died of his injuries.

"Anyone who witnessed the collision or anyone who may have dash cam footage is asked to contact 101 or via the website www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101LiveChat quoting reference 13210133608."