A MAN was killed when his car left the road, overturned and ended up on its roof in a ditch.

The 27-year-old was at the wheel of a dark blue BMW when the incident happened on Towthorpe Moor Lane by Strensall, near York,

He was travelling towards Strensall from the A64 when the tragedy occurred at about 9.20pm on Sunday. March 29, and no other vehicles were involved.

It is known he was a local man but, although his family have been informed, police say they are not yet able to release his name.

The road was closed in both directions while the scene was ex\mined. It was reopened at about 2.20am today (March 30).

Officers are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision to get in touch. Contact 101, select option two- and ask for Traffic Constable Ian McKenzie. Alternatively, information can be emailed to ian.mckenzie@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk