A man is in a critical condition after falling from the roof of a building in Darlington.
Police spent almost 20 hours on Coniscliffe Road in Darlington from 10pm on Monday (August 26) after receiving reports of concern for a man’s welfare.
The man had been seen on the roof of the building and the road was closed while officers, along with he fire service, tried to help him to safety.
At about 6pm on Tuesday (August 27) the man fell from the roof and was taken to hospital by paramedics.
Police have confirmed the man is in a critical condition in hospital.
A spokesperson for Durham Police said: “Emergency services were called to Coniscliffe Road shortly after 10pm on Monday (August 26) following concerns for the welfare of a man, who was on the roof of a building.
“Road closures were put in place while officers, working with the fire and rescue service, tried for several hours to help the man down from the roof to safety.”
The force has made a mandatory referral to the Independent Office of Police Conduct following the incident.
Recommended reading:
- Everything we know so far as CSI continue to investigate County Durham 'arson attack'
- 11-year-old arrested in raids to target Middlesbrough riot suspects
- Driver admits causing death of 'much-loved' motorcyclist on major Dales road
Get more from The Northern Echo with a digital subscription. Get access for 3 months for just £3, or get 30% off an annual subscription with our latest offer. Click here.
An ambulance service spokesperson added: “We received a call at 10.23pm on Monday to concerns to a person's wellbeing on Coniscliffe Road, Darlington.
“We dispatched multiple resources, including a duty officer, clinical team leader, our Hazardous Area Response Team (HART), and double crewed ambulance and requested support from Great North Air Ambulance.
“One person was taken to James Cook Hospital at 7.20pm last night (Tuesday) by road, with a doctor on board.”
If you are in need of support you can contact the following:
- Samaritans is available, day or night, 365 days of the year. You can call them for free on 116 123, email them at jo@samaritans.org, or visit www.samaritans.org to find your nearest branch.
- If U Care Share on 0191 387 5661 or text IUCS to 85258
- SANE on 07984 967 708, Calm on 0800 58 58 58
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel