Police appeal for information after fatal collision on A1 in Northumberland
Driver in his 80s dies and passenger critically injured after crash
Police are appealing for information following a road traffic collision on the A1 southbound at Belford, Northumberland.
The incident occurred just after 4.10pm on Friday, when a white Hyundai i30 reportedly joined the A1 from the junction with the B1342 and subsequently collided with a car transporter lorry travelling south.
Emergency services attended the scene, where the driver of the Hyundai, a man in his 80s, was sadly pronounced dead.
His next of kin have been notified and are receiving support from officers.
A female passenger in her 70s sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to hospital, where she remains in critical condition.
Following the incident, a section of the A1 was closed for several hours to facilitate vehicle recovery and conduct investigative work. The road has since fully reopened.
Northumbria Police has launched a comprehensive investigation into the collision and is urging anyone with information to come forward.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information that could assist the inquiry is encouraged to contact the Force.