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Huge A19 incident leaves road closed in both directions this morning with police present
By Jessica Lees
Published 21st Dec 2025, 10:51 GMT
Updated 21st Dec 2025, 11:00 GMT
The A19 has been closed in both directions after a serious crash last night that still has emergency crew at the scene.
For northbound traffic, the roadway is closed between the A690 (Farringdon) & A183 (Hastings Hill). For southbound motorists, the section of road impacted by the closure spans from the junction at A1231 (South Hylton) to the A183
Northumbria Police are in attendance and leading the response to the incident.
National Highways North East on X said: "The A19 in Tyne and Wear remains closed in both directions between the A690 near Sunderland and the A1231 (Hilton Grange Interchange) following a serious collision. More information to follow via the link here".