Here's why a man has been arrested after A19 collision caused massive delays for motorists
A man has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a collision on the A19 resulted in 85 minute delays for motorists and a five mile tailback.
The collision took place just after 7am this morning (January 14).
The incident was attended by Durham Constabulary. A spokesperson said: “Officers attended a collision involving four vehicles on the A19 at around 7.10am this morning (January 14).
“The collision took place just north of the Murton slip road on the northbound carriageway.
“There were no serious injuries, however the road was blocked while the incident was dealt with.
“One man has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving and remains in police custody.”
A post by National Highways North East following the collision said: “One lane (of 2) remains closed on the A19 northbound in County Durham between the A182 and the A1018 near Seaham due to a collision.
“Recovery is now being arranged. There's now an 85 minute delay on approach with five miles of congestion.”
National Highways North East has confirmed the road is now full reopened.