A crash which closed a major road for several hours has left a man in hospital.

Police are now appealing for witnesses and information following the incident which happened on New Hall Lane in Preston on Tuesday.

Emergency services were called after a Peugeot Bipper van travelling away from Preston towards the M6 veered off the carriageway and crashed into a wall.

The incident happened at about midday close to the junction with Morington Road on the A59.

The van driver, a man in his 50s from Preston, is believed to have suffered a medical episode.

He was taken to hospital where he remains in a serious condition.

The road was closed for around three hours while the incident was dealt with.

Sgt Finn Quainton, of Lancashire Constabulary’s Tac Ops, said: “A man is in a poorly condition following this collision and I would appeal for any witnesses or anyone with information to get in touch”

Anyone who can help should call 101 quoting log 0679 of May 18.