Car Crash into Care Home During Police Pursuit: Eight People Injured

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A car crashed into a care home during a police pursuit, injuring eight people and causing significant structural damage. The incident occurred on Wednesday at around 9:40 pm when a blue BMW, involved in a police pursuit, collided with the Highcliffe Care Home premises in Witherwack, Sunderland. Residents were evacuated as a precaution, and temporary accommodation was arranged for those affected. Eight people, including residents of the care home, were taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.

Key Takeaways:

  • The incident occurred on Wednesday at around 9:40 pm when a blue BMW, involved in a police pursuit, crashed into the Highcliffe Care Home premises in Witherwack, Sunderland.
  • Eight people, including residents of the care home, were taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.
  • The car involved in the pursuit was a blue BMW, which had been reported stolen in the Fenham area of Newcastle at around 9:20 pm.
  • Two men, both aged 21, were arrested in connection with the report and remain in police custody while the investigation continues.
  • The care home was evacuated as a precaution, and temporary accommodation was arranged for those affected.
  • Northumbria Police said they were working closely with blue-light partners, the local authority, and NHS colleagues to support those involved.

Statistics:

  • 8 people were taken to hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening.
  • 2 men, aged 21, were arrested in connection with the report.
  • The incident occurred at around 9:40 pm on Wednesday.
  • The care home was evacuated as a precaution, with temporary accommodation arranged for residents and their families informed.
  • 8 patients were conveyed to hospital by North East Ambulance Service.

Sources:

  • Northumbria Police BBC News report (no specific date provided)
  • A North East Ambulance Service spokesperson (no specific date provided)
  • Carol Wilson, wife of a resident evacuated from the care home (no specific date provided)