Multiple People Die in Police Chase Crash Near Middlesbrough
Multiple people died in a crash near Middlesbrough, England. The crash involved a police vehicle and a car.
It happened during a police chase. The crash happened on the A66 road early Saturday.
This was in South Bank, North Yorkshire. Ambulance officials said several patients died at the scene.
Fourteen ambulances went to the scene. The A66 remains closed near Middlesbrough after the crash.
Cleveland Police are working to identify the victims. They are contacting the victims' families.
Police asked people not to speculate about the crash. The police watchdog opened an investigation into the collision.
Klear Note — A police watchdog independently examines serious incidents involving police. Such reviews can assess whether officers followed pursuit rules.
Key Terms 3
- A66 A major road in northern England, near Middlesbrough.
- Cleveland Police The police force covering the Middlesbrough area.
- police watchdog An independent group that checks police actions.