Man Killed in Early Morning Crash on A689
A man in his late 30s has tragically died after being hit by a car on the A689 New Road in County Durham in the early hours of Saturday.
Red Mercedes A-Class Involved
The fatal collision happened around 1am between Crook and Howden-le-Wear, just north of the cemetery. The victim was struck by a red Mercedes A-Class. Despite rapid emergency response, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
24-Year-Old Arrested as Investigation Continues
Police have arrested a 24-year-old man who remains in custody. Authorities are working hard to piece together exactly what happened.
Witnesses and Dashcam Footage Urgently Needed
- Officers are urging anyone who saw the crash or spotted a red Mercedes A-Class nearby to come forward.
- Dashcam footage from the area around 1am on August 12 could be crucial.
- The victim’s family has been informed. Police have urged the public to avoid speculation on social media.
- The A689 was briefly closed for collision investigation but is now open to traffic.
Anyone with information should contact Durham Constabulary on 101 quoting incident number 22 of August 12.
