A busy main road in Merseyside has been closed for hours after a male pedestrian was struck by a car early this morning.

Crash on Marine Drive Sparks Road Closure

The collision happened around 5:30am on Wednesday, December 24, on Marine Drive near Hesketh Road junction in Southport. Emergency crews responded swiftly, and the road remains shut as they manage the incident.

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Motorists are urged to avoid the area and find alternative routes while authorities work on the scene.

Police Appeal for Witnesses

Merseyside Police confirmed: “We can confirm emergency services are currently in Southport following a serious collision this morning (Wednesday 24 December).”

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