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Northumbria police officer, 19, dies after being struck by car

Northumbria police officer, 19, dies after being struck by car

Summary

A 19-year-old police officer named Jess Turnbull died after being hit by a car while responding to a crash in Northumberland. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving causing death and is currently on bail.

Key Facts

  • Jess Turnbull joined Northumbria Police in September last year and worked in response policing.
  • She was hit by a black Mercedes CLC on the A189 Spine Road in Cramlington around 11:10 pm while outside a police vehicle at another crash scene.
  • The driver involved was arrested twice: first for causing serious injury and then for causing death by dangerous driving.
  • Turnbull was taken to the hospital in critical condition and died two days later, surrounded by loved ones.
  • The police union flag was flown at half mast to honor Turnbull at the force headquarters.
  • The police chief described her as dedicated and committed with a promising future.
  • Investigations are ongoing, and police are asking for witnesses or any dashcam footage.
  • Tributes are requested to be left at the police headquarters flagpole, not at the crash site.
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