Chaos on A40 After Head-On Crash Leaves Driver Trapped

A major stretch of the A40 in West London is shut in both directions after a nasty head-on smash. Firefighters from the London Fire Brigade had to cut a trapped driver free from the wreckage.

Emergency Services Rush to Scene

Emergency crews were called around 9.30pm following the collision near Hanger Lane on the North Circular. The crash sparked immediate chaos with traffic held on Western Avenue eastbound.

Massive Delays as Investigation Underway

The A40 remains closed while police launch an investigation. Traffic queues pile back to the 1 Roundabout, causing major delays for frustrated drivers.

The Metropolitan Police have been approached for comment. More details to follow as the story develops.

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