Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Wednesday 9th April 2025 at 11:20hrs
A significant section of the A1 near Gateshead is currently closed in both directions following a serious multi-vehicle collision in the early hours of Wednesday morning involving multiple police vehicles.
Northumbria Police confirmed the incident occurred shortly before 2:30 am on the A1 northbound, close to the Derwent Haugh Road junction. Emergency services, including police and potentially ambulance and fire crews, are currently at the scene.
A spokesperson for Northumbria Police stated: “Shortly before 2:30am today (Wednesday) we received a report of a multi-vehicle collision on the A1 northbound near the Derwent Haugh Road junction, Gateshead.
Emergency services are currently in attendance.”
The severity of the collision is evident in images emerging from the scene, which show multiple police vehicles sustaining significant damage.
As a result of the incident, a section of the A1 has been closed to all traffic in both directions. Motorists are being advised to seek alternative routes, with diversions currently in place.
The northbound diversion is in effect from the Derwent Haugh Road junction, while the southbound closure begins at the A69 roundabout.
At this time, the nature and extent of any injuries sustained in the collision remain unknown.
Northumbria Police have not yet released any further details regarding potential casualties.
The closure of this major artery is expected to cause significant disruption to commuters and other road users throughout the morning.
Motorists travelling in the area are urged to allow extra time for their journeys and to follow the designated diversion routes.
Further updates on the situation are expected to be released by Northumbria Police as the morning progresses and more information becomes available.
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