Lorry Blocks Downs Road Near Newchurch After Crash Chaos
This afternoon, traffic ground to a halt on Downs Road near Newchurch. A lorry got stuck, causing major delays after a two-vehicle smash on Lime Kiln Road in Ryde.
Crash Sparks Traffic Nightmare
The crash involved a blue Vauxhall Astra and a Mitsubishi L200 Pickup truck near Newport Shute. Following the collision, officers set up a local diversion.
Lorry Stuck on Detour
But the diversion backfired when a lorry became wedged on the alternate route. Now it’s blocking Downs Road, adding to the gridlock.
Emergency Services on Scene
UPDATE 4:30pm: Hampshire Police and Isle of Wight paramedics are at the scene. More updates expected shortly.
