A DOG which ran out onto the A338 Wessex Way caused a crash yesterday.

The road was blocked northbound as a result of the three-car collision. Traffic was heavy leaving Bournemouth between Springbourne roundabout and Cooper Dean roundabout.

There were also queues on roads in the surrounding area as traffic left the Wessex Way.

Police were called to the scene shortly after 6pm.

A Dorset Police spokesperson said one person was treated for minor injuries. Their car, a silver Ford, was recovered from the scene.

Officers are urging anyone who has lost a greyhound in the Queens Park/Cooper Dean area to contact Dorset Police on 101.