Officer who died from crash injuries parents' 'greatest joy' (opens original article in a new tab)

A 19-year-old police officer died after being struck by a Mercedes while responding to a crash, with her parents expressing deep grief and pride in her career choice.

• Jess Turnbull, 19, died from injuries after a Mercedes struck a marked police car she was responding to a crash.
• Her parents described her as their 'greatest pride and joy' and noted she followed in her father's footsteps by joining Northumbria Police.
• A 73-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.