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A man has been arrested as part of an attempted murder investigation in Sunderland.
At about 7.40pm on Thursday (April 17), police received a report of a two-vehicle collision on the A183 Coast Road in Whitburn, close to the junction with Sea Lane.
Following an alleged altercation, it was reported that a grey Ford Fiesta car was travelling southbound when it came off the road and collided with a motorcycle.
The motorcycle rider – a man in his 20s – sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment where he remains in a critical condition.
A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in police custody.
The road was closed overnight and has since reopened, and officers are now appealing to the public for information to help understand the moments leading up to the collision.
Detective Inspector John Baines, of Northumbria Police, said: “This has clearly been a very serious incident which has resulted in a man sustaining serious injuries.
“Our investigation is at an early stage, and our officers will remain in the area for a number of hours to carry out a range of enquiries and offer reassurance to the public.
“I am now asking anyone who was travelling in the area at the time of the collision to come forward.
“Your information – no matter how insignificant it may seem – could prove vital as we look to build a clear picture of what has happened.”
Anyone with information that could help with the investigation, in particular witnesses who may have CCTV or dashcam footage, should get in touch by sending a direct message on social media, or by using the live chat function or report forms on the force’s website.
For those unable to get in touch in those ways, call 101. Please quote reference number: NP-20250417-1046.
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