The northbound of the A19 was closed following a crash involving up to five vehicles on Wednesday morning.

Traffic was diverted onto the A1018. Occupants of the cars are believed to have suffered minor injuries only.

The accident happened just north of the A1018 (Seaham) exit at around 6.20am this morning and caused major delays.

A diversion was put in place on to the A1018.​

 One lane was reopen by 8am. Both lanes were reopen by 8.30am.