A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a crash resulted in the death of a secondary school age boy and a man in his 40s.
On Saturday, August 30 at around 8:55 p.m., emergency services were called to a serious road accident on John Reid Road, South Shields. The crash involved a white Skoda Oktavia that had veered off the road, with both victims pronounced dead at the scene. Members of the public report seeing five fire engines and several ambulances attend the scene, along with numerous police vehicles. Debris from the accident was strewn across the road, which was closed off following the accident.
Another man who was seriously injured in the crash was taken to hospital. He was later arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He is still receiving hospital treatment, but his condition is now described as stable.
Northumbria Police have expressed their condolences to the families of the victims. Investigating officers are keen to speak to any witnesses who can provide evidence of the accident, including dashcam footage.
If you are being investigated for a serious driving offence such as causing death by dangerous driving, solicitors with relevant experience can provide you with essential guidance. Andrea Clegg at Auriga Advocates is a fatal road accident specialist who is highly experienced in handling these cases. She is well placed to give highly reliable advice and support based on her extensive knowledge of the law and the legal process.
Contact us at Auriga as soon as possible and we can discuss how to proceed with your case.