The southbound A1 in Northumberland remains closed for investigation work following a serious two-vehicle collision that took place late on Sunday night. Police closed the major route shortly after the incident, which is thought to have occurred just after 10pm between J79 with the A1056 at Gosforth Park and J78 with Kingston Park Road, at the Kingston Park/Gosforth turn-off.
Emergency Response and Ongoing Closure
Emergency services were called to the scene immediately, and police officers remain in the area. The closure has been in place for several hours, with National Highways stating that it is expected to continue until the "morning peak period."
Traffic Impact and Updates
There are said to be no significant delays after the crash, with traffic initially caught within the closure now released. Northumbria Police and the North East Ambulance Service have been contacted for comment on the incident.
