Telford road closed after early morning car crash near roundabout

Police, paramedics, and the fire service were called to the incident shortly before 4.30am at the roundabout on the A5223 Whitchurch Drive junction with Haybridge Road.

All approaches to the roundabout remain closed, with a number of police at the scene.

The fire service said its crews had been called to reports of a one-vehicle crash at 4.20am.

Three fire engines, including the rescue tender were mobilised from Wellington, with an Operations Officer in attendance.

West Mercia Police advised from around 5am that the area would be closed to traffic.

Craig Jackson from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service also posted on social media to say the road would be shut for some time, advising people to follow diversions.

Meanwhile AFC Telford United warned the closure could cause disruption as the club hosts Bromsgrove Sporting for their New Year's Day clash at the New Buck's Head.

A statement on the club's website said: "First of all, this afternoon’s game proceeds as planned, but there is the potential for disruption for those planning to use the New Buck’s Head car park.

"There has been a road traffic collision (RTC) at the roundabout on Haybridge Road (Furrows island).

"There is currently no access to Haybridge Road from the roundabout whilst the emergency services conduct investigations into the RTC.

"The club are liaising with the emergency services, and whilst our game is a consideration, it is not their priority.

"At the moment, it is not known how long traffic may need to be diverted away from the scene of the RTC.

"The New Buck’s Head car park will be open, but those attending should enter Haybridge Road from the Buck’s Head (Domino’s) junction and turn left into the car park opposite the fire station.

"This is a sharp turn, so patience may be needed to allow all those wishing to access the car park to do so."

The Shropshire Star has contacted West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service for more information.