- Multiple fatalities have been confirmed following a crash involving a police vehicle and a car on the A66 in South Bank, near Middlesbrough.
- The collision occurred at about 03:39 BST and involved three vehicles, including a police vehicle and a Volkswagen Passat.
- The North East Ambulance Service dispatched 14 ambulances to the scene of the incident.
- Police are working to identify victims and contact their families following the tragic incident.
- The A66 remains closed in both directions between Normanby Road and Church Lane for an extended period.
- Several patients died at the scene, despite the best efforts of emergency services.
Multiple fatalities have been confirmed following a tragic collision between a police vehicle and a Volkswagen Passat on the A66 in South Bank, near Middlesbrough, at approximately 03:39 BST. Cleveland Police reported that the crash involved three vehicles and resulted in multiple fatalities.124
A police spokesman stated, "Sadly, the collision has resulted in multiple fatalities. We are working to identify the victims and contact their families." The North East Ambulance Service confirmed that 14 ambulances were dispatched to the scene, where "a number of patients died at the scene," despite the best efforts of emergency responders.3
The A66 remains closed in both directions between Normanby Road and Church Lane, with authorities indicating that the closure will last "for some time." The investigation into the incident is ongoing as police work to provide updates on the victims and the circumstances surrounding the crash.5
“The crash involved three vehicles, including a Volkswagen Passat, and prompted a response from 14 ambulances. North East Ambulance Service said 'a number of patients died at the scene' despite efforts, and the road remains closed between Normanby Road and Church Lane.”
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