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Gateshead Incident LIVE: Updates on Large Police 999 Response
Chronicle Live
January 20, 2026•2 days ago
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Police have cordoned off a pathway and woodland area on Old Durham Road in Gateshead due to a significant 999 response. Multiple police vehicles were observed at the scene, with officers guarding a taped-off section. Investigations were ongoing, with initial reports indicating the presence of officers in white suits. Authorities have been contacted for comment.
Emergency services are dealing with an incident in Gateshead. There is currently a large police presence with a cordon covering a pathway on Old Durham Road and a woodland area.
Four police vehicles have been spotted at the scene. A cordon has been erected with a van and car behind as investigations are ongoing.
Officers can be seen guarding the taped off area. Witnesses told ChronicleLive that officers wearing white suits were investigating, but have since left the scene.
We have approached Northumbria Police and the North East Ambulance Service for comment.
Follow our live updates from the incident below.
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