Police have sealed off a home in County Durham after what they describe as a 'very serious incident' in Peterlee. Multiple emergency service vehicles are currently at the scene on Passfield Way, where a forensics tent has also been erected. The incident prompted a significant response from both police and ambulance services.
Emergency Response
Several police vehicles are present, and the North East Ambulance Service dispatched multiple resources shortly after 7am on 13 June. A spokesperson for the ambulance service confirmed that a double crewed ambulance, a clinical team leader, a rapid response paramedic, and a specialist paramedic were all sent to the scene.
Police Cordon and Forensics Tent
Images from the scene show a police cordon in place around the property, with a forensics tent set up nearby. The nature of the incident has not yet been officially disclosed, but authorities have described it as 'very serious'. Residents in the area have been advised to avoid the area while investigations continue.
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
