Two residents die after car crashes into care home following police chase

Published: 7/11/2025
Two residents die after car crashes into care home following police chase
Two women, residents at Highcliffe Care Home in Sunderland, died after a stolen car crashed into the facility following a police chase. Eight other residents were injured but have since been discharged from the hospital. Two men have been rearrested on suspicion of manslaughter, and Northumbria Police are investigating the incident. The care home management expressed deep sadness and pledged support for all affected by the tragedy.