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Lorry Hangs Off Bridge After Cheltenham Crash
4 Jun
Summary
- A lorry crashed through a reservation, leaving it on the side of a bridge.
- The incident caused the closure of Tewkesbury Road in Cheltenham.
- The driver sustained no serious injuries and was assessed by paramedics.
A dramatic road incident occurred in Cheltenham when a lorry crashed through a reservation, leaving it suspended precariously on the side of a bridge. The crash happened around 11:50 BST on Tewkesbury Road, prompting its immediate closure. Police cordoned off the route between the Princess Elizabeth Way roundabout and Gloucester Road to manage the situation.
Emergency services, including paramedics and a hazardous area response team, were dispatched to the scene. While the driver was assessed by medical personnel, they were fortunately not believed to have sustained any serious injuries. One individual was transported to Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. The lorry involved was subsequently recovered, and authorities reopened the road by approximately 16:20 BST, thanking the public for their patience.
