Seven Officers Injured in High-Speed A1 Chase Crash
A high-speed police pursuit in the early hours of the morning led to a major crash on the A1 near Denton Burn, Newcastle, leaving seven officers injured. The incident, which occurred around 2:30 AM, involved a collision between a BMW and five police vehicles, causing significant damage and a temporary closure of the northbound carriageway. Images from the scene showed multiple wrecked police cars and a vehicle overturned, with debris scattered across the road.
The pursuit began in Gateshead after concerns were raised about the erratic driving of the BMW. Northumbria Police authorised the chase, which escalated near Swalwell and ended in a dramatic crash. A man and woman, both in their 20s, were arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and aiding and abetting. Fortunately, the suspects were unharmed. Of the seven officers hospitalized, four have been discharged, two remain under observation, and one is being treated for a leg injury.
Emergency services responded swiftly, deploying multiple ambulance crews, fire appliances, and air ambulance support. Traffic was heavily disrupted throughout the morning, with long delays reported on alternate routes including the Redheugh Bridge and Tyne Tunnel. Authorities are investigating the full circumstances of the incident and have urged the public to avoid speculation while the case unfolds.
