Five-Vehicle Pile-Up Shuts Down Busy Portsmouth Road
Crash Blocks Eastern Road
A major multi-car crash involving five vehicles brought traffic to a halt shortly before 12.10pm today. Police shut down Eastern Road between Hayling Avenue and Tangiers Road as emergency crews rushed to the scene.
Van Skids, Rolls in Fiery Collision
The chaos began when a van heading north crashed into another vehicle. It then slammed into several oncoming cars before flipping onto its side, sparking panic among motorists.
Emergency Services Rush to Casualties
Firefighters treated several injured on the spot. Thankfully, no one is believed to have suffered life-threatening injuries. But the shock rippled through the area as responders worked swiftly.
Road Closure to Last While Clean-Up Underway
Police launched a full investigation, with recovery teams battling to clear the wreckage. Eastern Road is expected to remain closed for some time, causing traffic headaches for local drivers.