Police issue appeal for information after fatal collision in Northumberland
Police are appealing for information after a pedestrian sadly died following a collision in the Annitsford area of Northumberland.
Shortly after 1.30am on Saturday (April 18), police received a report of a collision on the A189 between Burradon Road and the Moor Farm Roundabout.
It was reported that, for reasons yet to be established, a pedestrian was on the northbound carriageway when he was struck by a white Seat Alhambra car.
Emergency services attended and the pedestrian – a man aged in his 20s – was found to have sustained life-threatening injuries.
He was taken to hospital for treatment of his injuries but sadly passed away later that day.
The man’s next of kin have been informed and continue to be supported.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene to assist with enquiries, and an investigation is now under way.
Officers from Northumbria Police’s Roads Policing Unit have appealed for witnesses to come forward.
They are especially keen to hear from anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage of the incident itself, or the moments leading up to the collision.
Sergeant Steven Chappell, of Northumbria Police, said: “Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time.
“I would like to express my heartfelt condolences following this tragic incident, and we will continue to support them in any way that we can.”
He added: “A range of enquiries are under way as we look to establish exactly what happened in the moments leading to this collision.
“As part of this, we are keen for any motorists or witnesses who were travelling in the area at this time to come forward.
“We are particularly keen to hear from those who may have dashcam footage which may have captured the collision or may show the man in the area of the A189.
“I would urge anyone who has information about the incident – no matter how small you feel it may be – to get in touch with us if you have not yet done so.”
Anyone with information or footage should get in touch by sending Northumbria Police a direct message on social media, or by using live chat and report forms on its website. Those unable to make contact in these ways can call 101. Quote reference number: NP-20260418-0078.