Appeal for information after fatal collision in Washington
Officers are appealing for information following a fatal collision in Washington.
At about 2.35pm on Thursday, May 8, police received a report of a two-vehicle collision on the A195 eastbound between the junctions with Sedling Road and the A182.
It involved a black Ford Fiesta car and a white Vauxhall Insignia car.
Emergency services attended the scene and the driver of the Fiesta, a woman in her 50s, was found to have sustained serious injuries.
Sadly, despite the efforts of emergency responders, she passed away a short time later.
Her next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially-trained officers.
A man in his 50s was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
He has since been released on police bail pending further enquiries.
Officers from Northumbria Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit have launched a full investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the collision – and have today (Sunday) appealed for witnesses to come forward.
They are particular keen to hear from anyone who may have dashcam footage or CCTV of the moments leading up to the collision which could assist their enquiries.
Officers also want to speak with motorists who were travelling on the A1 southbound between the Angel of the North and the A195 junction between 2.15pm and 2.45pm.
Inspector Steven Clare, of Northumbria Police, said: “This is a tragic incident where a woman has sadly lost her life.
“Our thoughts are with her family and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time, and we will continue to offer them any support we can.”
Insp Clare added: “Our investigation into the collision is ongoing, and we are now appealing for witnesses who could assist our enquiries to come forward.
“We are particularly keen to speak with drivers who were travelling in the area at the time, and to anyone who may have dashcam or CCTV footage.
“Any information – no matter how insignificant it may seem – could prove vital to our enquiries.”
Anyone with information should contact Northumbria Police by sending them a direct message on social media, or by using the live chat or report forms functions on the Force’s website.
Those who can not contact the Force in those ways, please call 101. Please quote reference number: NP-20250508-0597.