Police remain at the scene of a crash which has left a Darlington road closed in both directions for several hours.
Pictures from the scene show a police van on Yarm Road, alongside a road closure sign stating “police accident”.
The B6280 Yarm Road is closed both ways between Alderman Best Way and Lingfield Way following an early morning crash. (Image: THE NORTHERN ECHO)
The incident was first reported at around 6.41am on Saturday, October 24, according to AA Traffic, and the road has remained closed throughout the morning.
Despite the closure, traffic in the surrounding area is currently reported to be coping well.
The B6280 Yarm Road is closed both ways between Alderman Best Way and Lingfield Way following an early morning crash. (Image: THE NORTHERN ECHO)
It is not yet known how long the road will remain closed or when it is expected to reopen.
Further details surrounding the circumstances of the collision have not yet been confirmed.
The Northern Echo has contacted Durham Police and the North East Ambulance Service for further information.