UPDATE: A27 closed following serious collision

A PEDESTRIAN has been left with “life-threatening injuries” after he was involved in a collision this morning (Tuesday, May 21) with a lorry on the A27.
The scene of the collision on the A27  photo by Eddie MitchellThe scene of the collision on the A27  photo by Eddie Mitchell
The scene of the collision on the A27  photo by Eddie Mitchell

Emergency services are currently dealing with the road traffic collision on the A27 Arundel Road eastbound near Swandean Hospital at Durrington.

The A27 is closed with the junctions of the A24 and A280 at Long Furlong for the air ambulance to land.

The pedestrian, a man aged 30, has life threatening injuries.

The lorry driver has suffered shock.

Diversions are in place but drivers are being asked to avoid the area if possible.