Serious injury collision in Bedlington

Police are appealing for witnesses following  a collision Hartford Road, Bedlington in Northumberland at 10.07am, on Friday, July 28, when an elderly woman pedestrian was injured.

A Ford transit tipper van towing a trailer was travelling south on Hartford Road when it collided with a 78-year-old woman who was crossing the road.

The woman suffered serious injuries and was taken to the RVI for treatment.  Her condition is described being critical but stable with suspected serious head and leg injuries.

The road was closed for two hours to allow for the casualty to be dealt with and the scene to be investigated.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting reference 270 of 28/07/17