Two people were hospitalised following a crash on the A69 in Corbridge.

The incident took place just before 8:50am this morning and motorists are being warned to avoid the area.

Two people were taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary for treatement.

A North East Ambulance Service spokesperson said: "We were called to a road traffic collision this morning (28 November) at 8:49am on A69 near Corbridge.

"We dispatched two ambulance crews and one specialist paramedic. Two patients were taken to RVI hospital."

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: "Shortly after 8.50am, we were alerted by the ambulance service to a collision on the A69 eastbound near Corbridge.

"Emergency services are currently in attendance at the scene.

"Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes where possible.”

More updates as we get them.