Funeral for PC Jess Turnbull, 19, who died in line of duty, held in Newcastle

Police formed a guard of honour at PC Jess Turnbull's funeral in Newcastle, after the 19-year-old died in the line of duty.

The officer was fatally injured as she was responding to a collision near Cramlington, Northumberland, late on the night of Monday 8 June.

Police and paramedics treated her at the scene before she was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle. She died two days later.

PC Turnbull had joined Northumbria Police last September, following her father into working for the force.

On Friday, she was given full police honours during her funeral at Newcastle Cathedral, with hundreds of officers from different forces gathering during the procession of her coffin.

PC Turnbull's coffin, draped in a union flag, was carried into the church by uniformed officers. Her hat was placed on top of the coffin as it was carried through the main door.

Her parents, Janice and Andy, then followed the coffin into the church.

In a statement following the funeral, PC Turnbull's parents said that "throughout the most difficult time of our lives, we have been overwhelmed by the kindness, compassion and support shown to us".

"The messages, tributes, and acts of kindness have brought great comfort to our family," they added.

"The full ceremonial honours afforded to Jess and our family were incredibly moving and provided great comfort during an unimaginably difficult time.

"To see the respect shown, and to feel the strength and support of the police family around us, is something we will never forget."

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Northumbria Police Chief Constable Vanessa Jardine added: "It was a privilege to be able to support [PC Turnbull's family] today as we all came together to pay our tributes to Jess and celebrate her life.

"Jess made the ultimate sacrifice in serving our communities and it was an honour to be able to recognise her commitment and dedication to public service with a full ceremonial policing funeral."

Northumbria Police also said that PC Turnbull's name has been added to the force's memorial at its Wallsend headquarters.

It comes as officers continue to investigate the collision.

Northumbria Police said in a statement that a 73-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

He was subsequently further arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.  He remains on police bail. 

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