Five-car accident with four police cars closes A1.
A serious incident on the A1 in Tyneside involving several police cars has resulted in the closure of the road in both directions, with significant injuries reported and lengthy delays for drivers. The North East Ambulance Service confirmed that five individuals were taken to the hospital as a result of the early morning crash near Denton, Newcastle. Multiple marked police vehicles were severely damaged and scattered across the carriageways, with one police car having its roof ripped off. Crash investigators have been deployed to the location to examine the scene after the collision occurred around 2.30 am on Wednesday. Emergency response teams, including ambulance crews and specialized paramedics, were dispatched, and the Great North Air Ambulance Service also provided assistance. The A1 closure between junction 73 in Gateshead and junction 75 in Denton is anticipated to last into Wednesday afternoon due to the severity of the accident. Local roads are experiencing heavy traffic congestion, and Northumbria Police are conducting a full investigation into the incident. Motorists are advised to utilize alternative routes where feasible until the road reopens.
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