Drivers face delays after crash on A19 in Sunderland

Motorists are facing tailbacks following a crash on the A19 this morning.
The A19 southbound in Sunderland. Copyright Google Maps.The A19 southbound in Sunderland. Copyright Google Maps.
The A19 southbound in Sunderland. Copyright Google Maps.

One lane is closed on the southbound side of the carriageway after the smash, which happened between the A1231 Wessington Way and the A183 at Chester Road.

Highways England tweeted: "One lane is closed on the #A19 southbound between the #A1231 & #A183 near #Hylton due to a collision.

"Emergency services on scene."

It is not yet known is anyone has been injured in the incident.