Sunderland crash closes major A road as Northumbria Police remain at the scene
A major A road in Sunderland is closed - and expected to be for some time - due to a crash earlier on today.
Northumbria Police are currently in attendance on the A19 in Sunderland, following a collision in the early hours of today (Sunday, March 1).
A section of the A19 remains closed in both directions between the junctions of the A1231 at Hylton Grange and the A184 Testos roundabout.
A spokesperson for Northumbria Police said: “It's expected to remain shut for several hours, and motorists are advised to leave extra time for their journeys.Enquiries are ongoing – and we’d thank the public for their cooperation in the meantime.”
The force added that more details will be shared in due course.
It is believed that the incident involves a vehicle which had crossed over from one side of the carriageway to the other.
Photos from the scene show a taxi cab is involved.
Parts of a car can also be seen on the grass verge, whilst police cars can be seen on both sides of the dual carriageway.