A TEENAGE motor-cyclist is in a serious condition in hospital after a road collision.

The 18-year-old man was riding his Piaggio scooter along Bradford Road, Birstall, when he was in collision with a car.

The scooter had been travelling in the opposite direction along Bradford Road towards Batley.

The rider received serious injuries as a result of the collision.

He was taken to Dewsbury District Hospital where police said he was in a serious but stable condition.

The crash took place at the Kirkgate junction and involved a Ford Escort.

The driver of the car was not injured.

Police are appealing for witnesses of the crash which happened at 6am yesterday.

Anyone who has information or saw what happened should contact Sgt Dean Taylor at Heckmondwike Traffic Police on 01924 206346.