Family pay heartbreaking tribute to dad they say was a ‘rock' after he was killed in crash & cops launch appeal
Police have arrested a 19-year-old man on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving
CRASH HORROR Family pay heartbreaking tribute to dad they say was a 'rock' after he was killed in crash & cops launch appeal
THE family of a man who died in a serious collision in Sunderland have paid tribute to their "loving husband, son, dad and grandad".
Paul Andrew Fulcher was 53-years-old when he died from his injuries after a two-vehicle collision on the A690 Durham Road.
Cops first received of the incident at the junction of Ettrick Grove, just after 10.45am on Monday, April 14.
It was later confirmed that a red Subaru Forester car and blue Volkswagen Tiguan car - being driven by Mr Fulcher - collided.
The heartbroken family of the victim have released a tribute saying: "Our hearts are shattered by the loss of Andrew Fulcher, a loving husband, son, dad and grandad.
"He was our rock, our protector, and the soul of our family. He wasn't just loved by us, but by hundreds of friends who will feel his absence deeply.
"Everywhere he went, he left behind kindness, laughter and unforgettable memories. He would do anything to help someone in need, and if you were lucky enough to meet him, you never forgot him.
"His humour, his pranks, his huge heart, they made him truly one of a kind. The hole he leaves behind can never be filled. We will miss him more than words can ever say. We kindly ask for privacy while we navigate this incredibly difficult time."
Following an investigation, police arrested a 19-year-old man on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
He has since been released on bail.
Northumbria Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision and has urged anyone with information to come forward by referencing NP-20250414-0281.
Inspector Steve Clare said: "This is a tragic incident, and our thoughts are firmly with Andrew's loved ones at this devastating time. We will continue to offer them all of the support they need.
"Although we've arrested an individual, our enquiries into this tragic incident remain firmly ongoing. We want to hear from anyone who may have dashcam footage of the moments leading up to the collision, particularly anyone who was travelling on Springwell Road, Ettrick Grove or Durham Road.
'We're also asking for anyone who stopped to help to get in touch, if they haven't already, as we know several kind-hearted members of the public stopped and it's those people we want to hear from."
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Independent
4 hours ago
- The Independent
Dangerous drugs batch fears after death and cardiac arrests
Northumbria Police are investigating the Death of a man in his 40s found in the Harlow Green area of Gateshead on Friday. Authorities are exploring a potential link between this Death and four cardiac arrests reported in the same area since Thursday. Police suspect a dangerous batch of Drugs could be responsible for these incidents. Chief Superintendent Aelfwynn Sampson issued a warning, urging drug users to be mindful of the potentially fatal consequences of this substance. The police emphasised their priority is protecting people from harm and are working to warn the public about the lethal substance.
The Independent
9 hours ago
- The Independent
Police warn of possible dangerous drugs batch after death and cardiac arrests
The death of a man in the North East could be linked to a dangerous drugs batch, police have warned. Northumbria Police have launched an investigation into the death of a man in his 40s, who was found dead in the Harlow Green area of Gateshead on Friday. Officers believe his death and four cardiac arrests in the area since Thursday could be linked to the same drugs batch, but have said enquiries are at a very early stage. The man's next of kin has been informed. Chief Superintendent Aelfwynn Sampson, of Northumbria Police, called for users to be mindful, warning the batch of drugs 'could have fatal consequences'. She said: 'Protecting people from harm is our utmost priority as a force, and that means doing all we can to warn people about a potential threat to their lives. 'While it remains unconfirmed at this stage, we are exploring the possibility that this death and the cardiac arrests are linked to drugs and possibly the same batch. 'While we would never advocate anyone taking illegal drugs, the fact is that there are people in our area with drug addictions and we want to warn them about this potentially lethal substance. 'Given the similarities of these reports from the same area, it is important that we ensure this warning message is shared far and wide.' Anyone with information is asked to get in touch with Northumbria Police.
BBC News
13 hours ago
- BBC News
Man arrested after Sunderland stabbings
A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after two men were stabbed. Officers were called to an address in Roker Avenue, Sunderland, where a man in his 40s and another in his 20s were found with serious injuries just after 16:40 BST on Police said the victims were in hospital in a stable condition.A spokesperson for the force said those involved knew each other and there was no risk to the wider public. Follow BBC Sunderland on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
