A sinkhole has opened up on Joicey Road in Low Fell, Gateshead, leading to an immediate road closure and a police presence at the scene. The road, which is just off Durham Road, has been closed to traffic in both directions since shortly after 2pm to allow for emergency repairs.
Police and Council Respond
Northumbria Police officers are on site directing traffic, and a cordon has been set up around the affected area. Photographs from the scene show a hole in the tarmac, with officers standing behind a taped-off section of road. Gateshead Council has been contacted for comment, but no further details have been released regarding the cause of the sinkhole or the timeline for repairs.
Impact on Traffic
The closure of Joicey Road is expected to cause disruption for local motorists, as the road is a key route in the area. It remains unclear how long the road will be shut, and when repair work on the sinkhole itself will begin. Drivers are advised to seek alternative routes until further notice.
