Overview
- The dual carriageway is shut in both directions between the A1231 at Hylton Grange and the A184 at Testo's Roundabout.
- National Highways reported the incident occurred shortly after 3 a.m. and said a vehicle crossed from one carriageway to the other.
- Northumbria Police and 999 crews remain at the scene, with collision investigators conducting detailed work.
- National Highways traffic officers and service providers are managing traffic, with diversions signposted for affected routes.
- Drivers are advised to divert locally northbound, and southbound to follow the hollow triangle via the A184, A194(M) J1, A182, and A1231 to rejoin the A19.