Woman dies after collision with vehicle on main road in Gateshead

Old Durham Road will be closed for several more hours.

Road closed in Gateshead
Author: Micky Welch, @m1cvvPublished 26th Nov 2021
Last updated 26th Nov 2021

Police have confirmed a woman has died after being hit by a vehicle in Gateshead.

It happened around 10pm last night (Thursday 25th Nov) here's a statement from Northumbria Police.

“Shortly after 10pm yesterday (Thursday) we received a report of a collision involving a car and a pedestrian on Old Durham Road, Gateshead.

“Emergency services attended but sadly a female pedestrian was confirmed to be deceased at the scene. Her next of kin have been notified.

“An investigation is ongoing. The road is currently closed and is expected to remain so for several hours.”

The road has been closed since last night and will be for several more hours:

There has been disruption for road users and you're being urged to plan ahead. If you usually get the bus check with your operator to see what their plans are.

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