Cyclist fighting for his life following collision with police van responding to emergency
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Durham Constabulary were responding to an emergency call when a collision took place on the A167, near Newton Aycliffe, shortly after 12.30am on Friday, August 21 involving a police van and a cyclist.
The male cyclist was rush to James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, where he remains with injuries described as life-threatening.
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Hide AdThe A167 remains closed between Central Avenue and Rushyford and has been cordoned off by officers.
A spokesman for Durham Constabulary said: “The family have been informed and are being supported.
“One officer was taken to Darlington Memorial Hospital with minor injuries.
“The A167 between Central Avenue, Newton Aycliffe, and Rushyford will remain closed for some time.
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Hide Ad“We have referred the matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct.”