Northumbria Police10 hrs agoRiver search for man as woman arrestedOfficers were called to reports of a disturbance on the Redheugh Bridge in Gateshead.10 hrs ago1 day agoEx-detective who texted rape victim, 14, jailedJohn Hamilton, 55, was assigned to a case involving the schoolgirl, a court is told.1 day ago3 days agoFour arrested as hundreds ride through city centreThe "ride out" events are being heavily shared on social media, Northumbria Police say.3 days ago4 days agoPolice officer jailed for killing woman in crashMark Roberts was responding to reports of a choking baby when he hit a motorbike, a court hears.4 days ago1 Apr 2026Arrest in Tyne-Wear derby racist abuse probeA Gateshead man is arrested on suspicion of racially abusing Sunderland's Lutsharel Geertruida.1 Apr 202631 Mar 2026Driver admits killing woman in police pursuit crashKane Farragher pleads guilty to causing the death by dangerous driving of Taylor Jenkins.31 Mar 202624 Mar 2026Couple injured after being struck in Aldi car parkPolice appeal for witnesses after an elderly couple are hit by a car near a Washington supermarket.24 Mar 202622 Mar 2026Tyne-Wear derby 'largely without incident'Northumbria Police thanks fans of both clubs who "adhered to the provisions in place".22 Mar 202620 Mar 2026Undercover officers deployed across Metro trainsNorthumbria Police use plain-clothed officers at problem spots on the Tyne and Wear Metro.20 Mar 2026...