A ROAD was closed for two hours this evening after an accident involving two cars.

The accident happened at 5.40pm on the A19 at the junction with the A690 in East Rainton, near Sunderland.

A Vauhall Meriva travelling north left the carriageway before overturning, crossing the central reservation and colliding with a Hyundai travelling south.

Both drivers sustained minor injuries only and were taken to hospital, where they were released after receiving treatment.

The A19 was closed for two hours while an investigation took place and the road was cleared.

Witnesses are asked to call 0345-043-043.