A19 northbound closed near Yarm after serious crash

Emergency services were called to the major route after a crash between a car and a lorry at 5.20pm this evening (Friday, April 24).

The road has been closed between the A67 Crathorne turnoff, near Yarm, and the Parkway Interchange, which connects the A19 to the A174 in Middlesbrough.

An image from the scene shows traffic being diverted through Yarm off the A19, with cars also being reversed backwards on the northbound side.

Further images seen by The Northern Echo shows several 999 vehicles on the road beside a HGV, which is partly off the carriageway.

It is not yet known whether anyone has been injured in the crash.

The southbound side remains open.

National Highways said: “The A19 in North Yorkshire is closed northbound between the A67 (Crathorne) and A174 (near Middlesbrough) due to a serious collision involving a lorry and a car.

“All emergency services including North Yorkshire Police are on scene. National Highways Traffic Officers and contractors are also assisting with traffic management.”

A force spokesperson said: “The A19 northbound is currently closed at the A67 turnoff to Crathorne, following a collision at 5:20pm.

“Please follow the diversions in place or take an alternative route where possible. Thank you for your patience.”

Cleveland Police and the North East Ambulance Service have been contacted for more information.