A66 crash update as collision that killed 7 came 17 seconds after police stopped chase
- Posted on September 29, 2026
- By The Daily Star
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In brief
A preliminary investigation into a fatal A66 collision near Middlesbrough that claimed seven lives—five civilians and two police officers—reveals that law enforcement did not employ tactical contact procedures or stinger devices prior to the crash. The incident occurred merely seventeen seconds after police terminated their pursuit, raising important questions about pursuit protocols and officer safety measures during high-speed vehicle chases.
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A66 crash update as collision that killed 7 came 17 seconds after police stopped chase
An initial investigation into the collision on the A66 near Middlesbrough last month which killed five young men and two police officers has found no evidence of “tactical contact” or the use of a stinger before the crash
