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Morpeth crash: Two teenagers die in collision

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Two teenage boys have died in a crash in the Morpeth area.

Emergency crews were called to the A196 near Coopies Way at about 00:40 GMT.

A 17-year-old and a 16-year-old died at the scene. An investigation has been started by Northumbria Police.

The force said both of the boys' families were being supported by officers. Police urged witnesses and anyone who may have dashcam footage to come forward.

Sgt Craig Bartle of Northumbria Police's motor patrols department said the incident was "incredibly tragic".

The two young men "had their whole lives ahead of them", he added.

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