POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a cyclist was seriously injured on the B6451 at Norwood.

The incident occurred around 9.30pm on Monday, April 13, just past Sun Inn.

A 44-year-old Harrogate man was riding a blue racing cycle towards the A59 with another cycle behind him.

The first rider lost control and fell, sustaining serious head injuries. He was taken to Leeds General Infirmary where he underwent surgery and remains in a serious but stable condition.

Witnesses should contact TC 117 Steve James of Harrogate Road Policing Group dial 101, option 2, quoting reference 12150060626.