Woman arrested and appeal launched by police after death of man in Sunderland
“This is a totally tragic incident which has resulted in a man losing his life”
Officers from Northumbria Police are appealing for witnesses and information following the death of a man in Sunderland.
Just after 6am on Sunday (September 20), officers received a report involving a single vehicle in Station Car Park in the Holmeside area of Sunderland.
It was reported that, for reasons to be established, a 32-year-old man has fallen from a Silver Ford Torneo car.
He was taken to hospital for the treatment of life-threatening injuries and his next of kin were informed.
A 36-year-old woman was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and was subsequently released under investigation pending further enquiries.
However, despite the best efforts of medical staff, the man sadly passed away yesterday (September 21).
His loved ones continue to be supported by officers at this time.
As part of their investigation, police officers are keen to speak to witnesses and anyone who may have been in the car park at the time the incident took place.
Sergeant Dave Roberts, of Northumbria Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU), said: “This is a totally tragic incident which has resulted in a man losing his life.
“As always, the thoughts of everyone here at Northumbria Police are with his friends, family, and loved ones as they process their loss.
“Our enquiries are at an early stage, but as part of our investigation, we’re looking to speak to anyone who may have information which could assist us in establishing how the man came to exit the vehicle.
“We’re especially keen to hear from anyone who may have seen four people walking towards Station Car Park in Sunderland at around 6am – just before this incident took place.
“If you were in the area at the time and witnessed anything which could provide this man’s family with answers – we want to hear from you.
“Even the smallest detail could make a massive difference to our investigation.”
Witnesses, or anyone with information, are urged to contact Northumbria Police by sending a direct message on social media or via the ‘Report it’ section of their website at https://www.northumbria.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/
You can also call 101 and quote reference: NP-20260920-0212. .