A 33-year- old man, who was a pillion passenger on the motorbike, sustained serious injuries and later died in hospital.Northumbria Police officers.
The rider of the bike, who is in his 30s, sustained serious injuries, but remains in hospital in a stable condition. The driver of the Land Rover Defender was uninjured and remained at the scene to help police with their enquiries.Sergeant John Sanderson, of Northumbria Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Our thoughts are firmly with the family and loved ones of the man who has sadly lost his life in this tragic incident.Sgt Sanderson added: “A full investigation is underway and a number of enquiries have already been made by our officers.
“We are particularly keen to hear from those who may have dashcam footage of the moments leading up to the collision.Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know.