Police and emergency crews sealed off Chester Road in Sunderland on Saturday morning after a car crashed into the front of a house close to Sunderland Royal Hospital.
Incident and response
The collision, reported at about 5.30am, left the vehicle wedged in the property and prompted an immediate response from police and fire crews. Officers established a cordon around the scene at the junction with Kayall Road while firefighters dealt with structural and safety issues before standing down.
At the time of reporting it is not known whether anyone was injured. Police are leading the investigation into the circumstances of the crash and remain on site.
- Location: Chester Road, near Sunderland Royal Hospital
- Reported time: around 5.30am on Saturday
- Current status: road cordoned off; vehicle remains in building
Road closures and local disruption
Traffic cameras and reporters at the scene indicate Chester Road is closed to traffic and likely to remain shut for some time while police conduct their enquiries and recovery work is carried out. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes and expect delays in the area.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Road | Chester Road (junction with Kayall Road) |
| Nearby landmark | Sunderland Royal Hospital |
| Emergency services | Police and Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service |
What we know and what remains unclear
Local crews cleared railings and assessed the property for safety. Firefighters later stood down, but police continue to guard the taped-off area while they investigate how the vehicle came to be in the building.
InfoRadar has contacted the emergency services for further information and will update this report as more facts become available.
If you witnessed the collision or have dashcam footage, please contact Durham Constabulary’s non-emergency number to assist inquiries. Commuters are advised to plan alternative travel until the cordon is lifted.
Reporting from Sunderland.
