The Coastguard received a call just before 3.15pm on Sunday, reporting that a vehicle had been caught out by the tide after rolling into the sea.
The Coastguard received a call just before 3.15pm on Sunday 7 July, reporting that a vehicle, believed to be a Range Rover, had been caught out by the tide on Blyth South Beach, in Blyth .Rescue teams from Blyth and Newbiggin attended the beach, along with officers. They found that the occupants had already left the vehicle and were safe.Access to the beach was reportedly blocked while the emergency services dealt with the incident.
"Blyth and Newbiggin coastguard rescue teams were sent to ensure no one was in the vehicle and the safety of those on scene. The occupants were not in the vehicle and are safe and well. "An attempt to recover the vehicle will happen once the tide recedes and it is safe to do so. Police and coastguard are still on scene."Northumbria Police confirmed the incident was an accident.
A spokesperson for the force said: "Shortly after 3pm we received a report that a car that had rolled into the sea on Blyth Beach, Northumberland."The incident was confirmed as an accident and left in the hands of the Coastguard." Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know...
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