A rural Dorset road is closed this afternoon following a serious crash.

Police are urging motorists to avoid Wareham Road in Lytchett Matravers.

Officers are currently on the scene along with the ambulance service. 

The crash was reported to police at 4.08pm. 

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A Dorset Police spokesperson said: "Dorset Police received a report at 4.08pm on Monday 21 March 2022 of a serious road traffic collision on Wareham Road in Lytchett Matravers.

"Officers have attended and scene, along with the ambulance service and road closures have been put in place.

"Emergency services remain at the scene and we do not have any further information at this time."

In a tweet, Dorset Police said: “Road closures are currently in place on Wareham Road in Lytchett Matravers as emergency services respond to reports of a road traffic collision.

“Motorists are urged to avoid the area if possible.”

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