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Crash after car 'slips on ice' near Shropshire heritage site - police and fire services rush to scene

Emergency services attended a crash in Newport on Wednesday morning after a car slipped on ice.

By Megan Jones
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Police and fire services rushed to Abbey Road, near Lilleshall Abbey, at around 8.30am on Wednesday (November 26) following reports of a collision.

Four fire crews were sent to the scene from Telford Central and Wellington fire stations, along with officers from West Mercia Police. 

PICTURE FROM THE ARCHIVE: A unique view of Lilleshall Abbey in a photograph submitted by Steve Taylor in 2017. Founded in about 1148, the Augustinian abbey, now cared for by English Heritage, was a private residence after the Reformation, and was severely damaged during the English Civil War.
Lilleshall Abbey. Photo: Steve Taylor

A spokesperson for the fire service said the incident involved one vehicle that had "slipped on ice". 

The stop message, which indicates the scene was under control, was received shortly after the arrival of the emergency crews, at 8.47am.

West Mercia Police have been approached for more information.