Man, 25, dies following a collision with a tree in Northumberland

A 25-year-old man has died following a collision with a tree in Northumberland.

At 9.15pm yesterday (Sunday), Northumbria Police received a report of a collision on a road close to Wark Bridleway, in Wark, Northumberland. It was reported that a black Audi A4 had left the carriageway and collided with a tree.

Emergency services attended the scene and began treating the driver of the Audi. However, despite the efforts of paramedics, the man was pronounced as deceased a short time later.

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His next of kin have been made aware and are being supported by specially-trained officers. And now officers are appealing for anyone with information regarding the collision in which the man died to contact them.

Sergeant Ben Rutherford, of the Force's Roads Policing Unit, said: "First and foremost are thoughts are firmly with the family and loved ones of the man who has sadly passed away. We will offer them any support we can at this devastating time."

Sgt Rutherford added: "A full investigation into the collision is now underway by our officers as we look to ascertain exactly what happened in the collision. I would urge anyone who may have information regarding what took place – no matter how insignificant you think it may be – to contact us.

"We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have dash cam footage in the moments leading up to the incident which could assist our enquiries."

Anyone with information about the incident can get in touch with Northumbria Police by sending a private message on social media, visiting the live chat on the Force website or by going to the ‘Report’ section of the website. For those unable to contact police this way, call 101. Please quote log number NP-20240630-1121.