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Multiple dead on A66 after crash with police, with closure
The crash, which also involved a Volkswagen Passat, took place on the A66 in South Bank, near Middlesbrough, at about 3.39 am on Saturday.
The A66 is closed in both directions between Normanby Road and Church Lane.
There is significant emergency response at the scene, and people should use alternative routes as the road “will remain closed for some time”, Cleveland Police said.
A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: “Around 3.39am this morning, a collision took place involving a police vehicle and a Volkswagen Passat on the A66 in South Bank.
“Sadly, the collision has resulted in multiple fatalities.
“There are significant emergency vehicles on the scene and the road will remain closed for some time.
“The public are asked to use alternative routes.
“We are working to identify the victims and contact their families.
“This is a quickly-evolving incident and we ask that members of the public respectfully avoid speculation.”
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