Murder case launched after man, 60, dies in crash

Image caption, Police have closed the road following the crash
  • Author, Jonny Manning
  • Role, 大象传媒 News

A murder investigation has been launched after a 60-year-old man was killed after being hit by a vehicle which failed to stop.

The crash took place at about 23:35 GMT on Friday at Myton Way, in Ingleby Barwick, in Stockton-on-Tees.

The 60-year-old victim died at the scene and two other people were seriously injured and taken to hospital.

Cleveland Police said detectives are appealing for information about a white van seen in the area at the time.

Myton Way remains closed from the Rings up to Queen Elizabeth Way while officers continue to investigate.

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