Officers from both Northumbria Police and Durham Constabulary are at the scene

There is currently a large police presence and a cordon in place in the Chester Road area of Sunderland.

At least half-a-dozen police cars are at the scene with a section of Cooperative Terrace cordoned off by the police.

Emergency services vehicle sirens could also be heard in the area with all the police cars displaying their flashing blue lights.

There are also a significant number of police officers in the area as well as a dog support unit from Durham Constabulary.

Northumbria Police have confirmed early on Wednesday afternoon that they are investigating a collision.

We will update this article when more information emerges.

Update from Northumbria Police as Sunderland street remains cordoned off