A 54-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving following Wednesday's serious road traffic collision on Kilton Hill in Worksop. A teenage boy – one of the motorcyclists involved – suffered serious injuries and remains in hospital. Two other teenagers were also taken to hospital with less serious injuries.
At a glance
- What: Serious RTC involving two motorcycles and a van
- Where: Kilton Hill, Worksop (roundabout near Megasun & Morrisons)
- When: 12:38pm, Wednesday 22 April 2026
- Arrest: 54-year-old man, on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving
- Casualties: Teenage boy (motorcyclist) – serious injuries, remains in hospital. Two other teenagers – less serious injuries, also taken to hospital.
- Emergency response: Two air ambulances, multiple ground ambulances, Nottinghamshire Police
- Road status: Reopened (Thursday)
- Witness appeal: Call 101, quote incident 294 of 22 April 2026
Updated with arrest and casualty information following the police statement. The investigation is ongoing – this page will be updated if further information is released.
What happened
Emergency services were called to Kilton Hill at 12:38pm on Wednesday 22 April 2026 after reports of a collision involving two motorcycles and a van. The road was closed between Kilton Crescent and Kilton Road while emergency services – including two air ambulances, multiple ground ambulances and Nottinghamshire Police – worked at the scene. The road has since reopened.
Police have now confirmed that one of the motorcyclists, a teenage boy, suffered serious injuries and remains in hospital. Two other teenagers were also taken to hospital with less serious injuries. No further details about those involved have been released.
Arrest
An investigation was launched by Nottinghamshire Police, and officers have now arrested a 54-year-old man on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
Police statements
“We are working hard on the investigation to understand exactly what happened in this incident.
“The collision happened in the middle of the day so we believe there may be witnesses, or people with relevant dashcam footage, who have not yet spoken to an officer. We'd urge those people to get in touch without delay.”
— Detective Inspector Jackie Price, Nottinghamshire Police
“We understand this incident has caused concern in the town and my officers will be supporting the community as the investigation progresses.
“A teenage boy has suffered serious injuries so it is important anyone who can assist gets in touch – and we'd urge people to avoid speculating on what has happened.”
— Inspector Rob Harrison, Neighbourhood Policing Inspector for Bassetlaw
Timeline of events
Witness appeal
Police particularly want to hear from:
- Witnesses who saw the collision or the moments leading up to it.
- Dashcam drivers who travelled through Kilton Hill, Kilton Road or Kilton Crescent between 12:30 and 12:45pm on Wednesday 22 April.
Detective Inspector Price specifically noted that because the collision happened in the middle of the day, officers believe there are witnesses and dashcam drivers who have not yet come forward.
Call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident 294 of 22 April 2026. Anonymous information can be given to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
A note on speculation
Inspector Rob Harrison has specifically urged the community to avoid speculating on what has happened, while officers continue their investigation and while a teenage boy remains in hospital with serious injuries.
In line with that, and as we have done throughout this story, Worksop Wire will not publish names, specific descriptions, or unverified details about those involved. We will update this page only as Nottinghamshire Police release confirmed information.
Support
If you witnessed the incident and are struggling with what you saw, the Samaritans are available 24/7 on 116 123. For urgent NHS mental health support, call 111, option 2.
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