Major road on Hayling Island blocked in both directions after 'serious' three-vehicle crash

A major road on Hayling Island is currently blocked in both directions following a multi-vehicle crash.

Emergency services have rushed to the scene in Havant Road this afternoon (July 26). The route is blocked in both directions.

A Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary spokesperson said: “Officers are currently dealing with a serious road traffic collision on Havant Road, Hayling Island.

“The collision was reported at 3.02pm and involved three vehicles. Both carriageways are currently closed.”

A diversion route has been put in place and police have issued a social media statement. They said: “We are dealing with an incident on Havant Road, Hayling Island which is currently blocking both carriageways.

“Diversion is the use of Northney Lane in order to get on or off Hayling Island. We apologise for any inconvenience.”

The News understands that personnel from all three emergency services - police, fire service and South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) - are at the scene.