Lorry crashes into bridge, closing A49 route in Leyland

The lorry crashed into a bridge on Wigan Road <i>(Image: Google)</i>
The lorry crashed into a bridge on Wigan Road (Image: Google)
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A lorry crashed into a bridge shutting a key Lancashire route last night.

Officers were called to the A49 Wigan Road, Leyland at around 6pm on Thursday, November 5. 

Police said there were no reported injuries.

A spokesperson said at the time: "We are currently dealing with a one-vehicle road traffic collision on the A49 Wigan Road in Leyland in which a lorry has collided with a bridge.

"At this time there is thought to be no injuries.

"The area is very busy and we expect the road to be closed for some time to allow emergency services to work.

"Please avoid the area if you can. Thank you for your patience."

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