A fundraiser launched for the families of two police officers who died in a head-on collision near Middlesbrough has surpassed £1 million.
Fundraiser milestone
The appeal, created only a few days ago, broke the £1 million barrier on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
PC Tom Clough and PC Matthew Blades were killed in the incident on Saturday morning.
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Background
The collision occurred on the A66 near Middlesbrough, prompting an outpouring of public support for the officers' families.
The fundraiser's rapid success reflects widespread sympathy for the bereaved relatives.
Next steps
Further details about the fundraiser and the crash are expected to be released in due course.
