Multiple Dead in Crash Involving Police Vehicle on A66 Near Middlesbrough
- Multiple people died following a collision involving a police vehicle and a car on the A66 in Middlesbrough, according to Cleveland Police and the North East Ambulance Service.
- According to Cleveland Police, the collision took place around 3:39 am on the A66 in South Bank.
- The North East Ambulance Service stated that it was alerted to a two-vehicle crash and dispatched 14 units to the location, including ambulance crews, a specialist paramedic, a...
Multiple people died following a collision involving a police vehicle and a car on the A66 in Middlesbrough, according to Cleveland Police and the North East Ambulance Service. The fatal crash occurred during the early hours of the morning in the South Bank neighbourhood, prompting a large emergency response and a closure of the major roadway in both directions.
Early-Morning Collision Shuts Down Major Thoroughfare
According to Cleveland Police, the collision took place around 3:39 am on the A66 in South Bank. The incident involved a police vehicle and a Volkswagen Passat. Authorities confirmed that multiple fatalities occurred at the scene and that emergency services remain deployed in the area.
Massive Emergency Response Deployed to the Scene
The North East Ambulance Service stated that it was alerted to a two-vehicle crash and dispatched 14 units to the location, including ambulance crews, a specialist paramedic, a doctor from the Great North Air Ambulance, and a hazardous response team.
Sadly, despite the best efforts of everyone attending, a number of patients died at the scene,
the North East Ambulance Service said in a statement reported by Metro. We send condolences to all of those affected by such a tragic event and thank everyone for all they did to help.
Road Closures and First Responder Operations
Cleveland Fire Brigade also attended the collision on the westbound carriageway of the A66, urging motorists to avoid the area. The road was closed between Normanby Road and Church Lane in Eston.
Local officials expressed condolences following the incident. Anna Turley, the MP for Redcar, stated that she was deeply saddened by the fatal crash.
My thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those who have lost their lives, and with everyone affected by this terrible incident,
Turley said, as reported by Metro. Thank you to all of our emergency services, who have worked through the night responding to this devastating incident.
Adam Brook, a councillor with Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, also shared condolences on social media, expressing support for the families and thanking responding emergency workers.
Police Appeal for Public Restraint Amid Ongoing Inquiries
Police have not yet publicly released the identities of the victims as officers work to contact families. Cleveland Police asked members of the public to avoid speculation while the investigation continues.
There are significant emergency vehicles on the scene, and the road will remain closed for some time,
a Cleveland Police spokesperson said. The public are asked to use alternative routes. We are working to identify the victims and contact their families. This is a quickly evolving incident and we ask that members of the public respectfully avoid speculation.
Metro reported that it contacted the Independent Office for Police Conduct for comment regarding the collision.