Two motorcycle riders taken to hospital after a collision in Sunderland

Two motorcycle riders have been taken to hospital after a serious collision in Sunderland.

At 9.35pm yesterday (Monday) officers were called to a report of a collision involving a Suzuki Swift car and an off-road motorcycle at the crossroad junction of St Luke’s Terrace, East Moor Road and Midmoor Road in Pallion.

Emergency services attended the scene and the rider and pillion passenger from the motorcycle were both taken to hospital with serious injuries that are described as life-threatening at this time.

The driver of the black Suzuki Swift stopped at the scene and is assisting officers with their investigation.

Enquiries are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the collision and police are now appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

Sergeant Steve Armstrong, of Northumbria Police, said:

“This is clearly a serious incident which has resulted in two people being hospitalised with life-threatening injuries.

“We are committed to finding out exactly what happened in the moments prior to the collision and I am today appealing for any witnesses to get in touch as soon as possible.

“If you were travelling in the area and saw the collision, or saw a black Suzuki Swift or an off-road bike nearby, please let us know. I’d also ask everyone to check their dashcam footage and get in touch if you see anything of interest.

“Your information, no matter how insignificant you feel it may be, could be absolutely crucial in ensuring we get answers for the respective families.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police via the ‘Tell Us Something’ page of the police website or by calling 101 quoting log NP-20220418-1088.

Alternatively you can email 512@northumbria.police.uk.