Overview

• The crash occurred around 2am on April 9, 2025, between junctions J73 (Swalwell) and J75 (Denton) near Newcastle.
• At least three police vehicles and two other cars were involved in the collision, which left visible debris and damaged vehicles scattered across the road.
• The A1 remains closed in both directions, with National Highways warning the closure is expected to last several hours.
• Emergency services, including Northumbria Police and National Highways Traffic Officers, are actively managing the scene and conducting a full investigation.
• Drivers face delays of up to 45 minutes, with four miles of congestion northbound and one mile southbound during rush hour.