A home on the Kinninvie crossroads has been hit by a car yet again.
Emergency services were called to the Kinninvie Crossroads shortly before 9am on Tuesday (October 13), after a crash involving a BMW and an Audi.
Police said the two vehicles collided before one crashed into the house.
Pictures show extensive damage to the corner of the house overlooking the crossroads. (Image: Sarah Caldecott)
The Audi driver, a woman in her 60s, suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to James Cook University Hospital by the Great North Air Ambulance Service.
A 35-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and remains in custody.
Photos show extensive damage to the corner of the house overlooking the junction, with debris scattered nearby.
Pictures show extensive damage to the corner of the house overlooking the crossroads. (Image: Sarah Caldecott)
Debris on the crossroads (Image: Sarah Caldecott)
The crash has renewed concerns about safety at Kinninvie Crossroads.
In February 2023, a vehicle crashed through the wall of the same house after a collision at the junction, leaving a gaping hole in the building and destroying the family's dining room.
A crash in 2023. (Image: Contributor)
The homeowner said his family was traumatised and feared another crash.
The crash prompted residents, parish councils and campaigners to demand better safety measures at the crossroads.
Almost 1,000 people signed a petition calling for action to improve safety at the junction after the 2023 crash.
Pictures show extensive damage to the corner of the house overlooking the crossroads. (Image: Sarah Caldecott)
Temporary traffic lights were installed while authorities considered a range of measures, including road closures and changes to traffic management.
Pictures show extensive damage to the corner of the house overlooking the crossroads. (Image: Sarah Caldecott)
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Durham County Council introduced stop signs on the northbound approach, new road markings, high-friction surfacing, extra warning signs and a vehicle-activated alert sign.
Despite the changes, residents still question whether enough has been done to prevent serious crashes.
The most recent crash is likely to bring fresh scrutiny of the crossroads and the measures introduced after the 2023 incident.