Shropshire Star

Car hits barrier at busy Telford crossroads: Firefighters sent to the scene

A car crashed into a barrier near a busy crossroads in Telford this morning.

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The incident happened at Shawbirch crossroads at about 9.28am.

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No-one was trapped in the vehicle.

A Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, SFRS Fire Control received a call reporting that a road traffic collision had taken place in Wellington.

“The incident involved one car into a barrier. No persons trapped. Crews used small gear to make the vehicle safe.”

One fire engine was sent to the scene from Wellington.