Emergency services, including police and forensic teams, responded to an incident involving a pedestrian on Stockton Road in Seaham, County Durham, on January 15, 2024. The area surrounding an Asda Express store and an Esso petrol station was cordoned off as officers began their investigation into the circumstances of the accident.
The emergency response commenced shortly after 16:50ChronicleLive.
Details of the Incident
Photos from the scene show damage to the Asda Express window and the surrounding area, raising further questions about the nature of the accident. A total of nine police vehicles and a fire engine were present, emphasizing the scale of the emergency response.
Durham Constabulary issued a statement via their official Facebook page, indicating that Stockton Road would be closed to all traffic between the Graham Way roundabout and the junction with Station Road. They advised drivers to seek alternative routes as the road is expected to remain closed for an extended period while forensic teams gather evidence.
Community Response and Ongoing Investigation
In the wake of the accident, many local residents expressed their concerns on social media, voicing hopes that no one was seriously injured. One individual noted the traffic congestion caused by the incident, stating: “The Avenue is gridlocked and from the top of Deneside the garage the road is cordoned off heading towards the roundabout towards Dalton Heights.”
A spokesperson for the North East Ambulance Service confirmed the deployment of a paramedic ambulance, a doctor in a rapid response car, a clinical team leader, and a member of the Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) to the scene. The full details surrounding the collision remain under investigation as authorities work to ascertain the circumstances leading to the pedestrian being struck.
As the situation continues to develop, further updates will be provided by local authorities and emergency services to keep the community informed. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the potential hazards faced by pedestrians in urban areas.
