PC Tom Clough

Police Constable Tom Clough was among seven people who tragically died in a road traffic collision on the A66 in Teesside. The incident occurred on a Saturday and is being investigated, with police suggesting a potential link to organised crime. This fatal crash happened less than a mile from a house fire in Grangetown, also near Middlesbrough, which claimed the lives of a woman and her seven-year-old niece. The deaths have prompted local MPs to call for increased government support for police and fire services in the Teesside area, emphasizing the need for strong backing for their communities following these devastating events. PC Clough's death highlights the risks faced by law enforcement officers and the significant impact of serious crime and accidents on the region.