Police issue statement on Victory Street Disturbance in Pallion, as “pool of blood” seen by onlookers

Northumbria Police have issued a statement following a “disturbance” on Victory Street in Pallion.

The street was cordoned off from early on this morning by officers. A member of the public saw a pool of blood on the curbside, and subsequently sent a photo into SGM.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “Just after 5am this morning (Wednesday), we received a report of a disturbance on Victory Street in the Pallion area of Sunderland.

“Emergency services are in attendance and a police cordon is in place while enquiries are being carried out.

“Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.”