Seven individuals have been taken to hospital following a serious road traffic collision on the A19 in Northumberland, prompting a major emergency response.
Collision Details
The incident occurred just before 9am on Thursday at a mini-roundabout adjacent to the Moor Farm Roundabout in Cramlington. The crash involved four vehicles and led to significant traffic disruption in the area.
Emergency services, including six ambulances and a duty officer, were dispatched to the scene. All seven patients were transported to Cramlington Hospital for further medical treatment.
Police Statement
A Northumbria Police spokesperson stated: "Just before 9am today (Thursday), we received a report of a four-vehicle collision on a mini roundabout just off Moor Farm Roundabout in Cramlington. Emergency services are currently on scene. Road users are advised to expect delays and use other routes where possible."
Police remain at the location, and drivers are being urged to anticipate ongoing delays and seek alternative routes. The vehicles involved are being recovered, and visible damage to several cars and road signage has been reported.
Ongoing Investigation
The conditions of the seven hospitalised individuals remain unclear at this time. Authorities are expected to provide an update on their status in due course. Traffic delays have persisted for several hours following the crash.
This is a developing story, and further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
