'Van crashes into wall' on busy Preston road

Two major roads were closed in Preston after a van reportedly crashed into a wall.
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Emergency services rushed to the scene in New Hall Lane, near the Shell garage, today (May 18).

The collision was first reported at around 11.15am, according to the AA.

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Officers said a blue Peugeot Bipper van collided with a wall.

A road closure was put in place in place at New Hall Lane and Brockhole Brow. (Credit: Google)A road closure was put in place in place at New Hall Lane and Brockhole Brow. (Credit: Google)
A road closure was put in place in place at New Hall Lane and Brockhole Brow. (Credit: Google)

No other vehicles are thought to be involved.

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A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: "Please be aware that there is currently a road closure in place at New Hall Lane and Brockhole Brow whilst police deal with a road traffic accident.

"We are asking the public to avoid the area and find an alternative route."

Motorists were advised to avoid the area following the collision. (Credit: AA)Motorists were advised to avoid the area following the collision. (Credit: AA)
Motorists were advised to avoid the area following the collision. (Credit: AA)

Police have since confirmed the road closures have been lifted.

No details have yet been released on any injuries.

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The incident caused heavy congestion in both directions of the A59, with traffic building back to junction 31 (Samlesbury Interchange) of the M6.

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