Man dies after collision on A1(M) in County Durham
A man has sadly died following a serious collision on the A1(M).
Police were called just before 2.20am yesterday (July 2) to a one-vehicle collision involving a Seat Leon on the northbound carriageway near Coxhoe.
The 19-year-old driver and sole occupant of the car suffered serious injuries, and, despite the best efforts of the emergency services, he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
His family have been notified and are being supported by specialist officers.
The road was closed in both directions for several hours while emergency services worked at the scene.
Officers would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident, or who may have any dashcam footage of the car prior to the incident.
Please contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit by emailing sciu@durham.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting incident number 27 of July 2.