The driver of a car which crashed into a tree off the A189 Spine Road has died as a result of his injuries.
Emergency services were scrambled to the northbound carriageway at about 5.55am on Tuesday, where a silver Nissan Navara had left the road near Annitsford and collided with a tree.
A 37-year-old man was taken to Royal Victoria Infirmary where he had been in a critical condition.
Police have now confirmed the driver passed away in hospital yesterday afternoon as a result of his injuries.
Northumbria Police
Officers are still appealing for any witnesses to the collision, or anyone who may have been in the area at the time, to get in touch with police.
Anyone who may have been in the area or has dashcam footage is urged to contact Northumbria Police on 101, quoting reference 131 070519.
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