Five-Vehicle Pile-Up Shuts Busy Portsmouth Road
A major smash involving five vehicles brought chaos to Portsmouth’s Eastern Road just before 12:10pm today. Police swiftly closed the road between Hayling Avenue and Tangiers Road as emergency services rushed to the scene.
Van Crashes and Rolls in Multi-Car Chaos
A van heading north on Eastern Road collided with another vehicle before barreling into oncoming cars. The violent impact caused the van to roll onto its side, turning the busy road into a scene of carnage.
Firefighters Give Emergency Aid at Scene
Firefighters were spotted administering first aid to multiple casualties. Thankfully, no one is currently reported to have life-threatening injuries, officials say.
Road Closures to Continue as Investigation Unfolds
Police have warned the road will remain closed for a while as they carry out a full probe into the crash. Recovery teams are on their way to clear the wreckage and restore traffic flow.
