Tribute paid to grandad who died after Middlesbrough crash

David Hodgson sadly died after a one-vehicle crash on Marton Road, near the James Cook University Hospital, on Tuesday afternoon. 

The 87-year-old’s family has now released a heartbreaking tribute to him, saying: "It is with deepest sadness that we announce the sudden loss of David. 

“He’s a beloved father of three, grandfather of two, great-grandfather of two and a much-respected member of the local community. He will be greatly missed.”

Police closed off the busy Middlesbrough road around 1pm following the incident, with pictures online showing a collision investigation unit at the scene. 

Cleveland Police later confirmed that the driver suffered a medical episode at the wheel while reversing out of a driveway, and collided with a tree. 

An 81-year-old woman, who was a passenger in the car, was also taken to hospital and remained in a serious but stable condition on Wednesday - but no update on her condition has been provided. 

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PC Martin Tranmer, from Cleveland Police’s specialist operations unit, previously said: “Our investigation is in the early stages, and we are establishing the circumstances that led to the collision.

“To assist with our investigation and as part of our enquiries I am keen to hear from anyone who may have seen the collision take place and for those who have dash cam or CCTV footage to please get in touch.”

Information can be provided by calling Cleveland Police on 101 or by visiting the website.