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Crash Involving Motorcyclist At Coppins Bridge In Newport

There has been a 'serious' crash involving a motorcyclist at Coppins Bridge in Newport this afternoon (Tuesday).

Isle of Wight Radio listeners say it has happened near the junction with South Street.

A motorbike and a lorry are involved in the incident, Isle of Wight Radio has been told.

We're being told to avoid the area.

*Updated

Police say they are closing 'various roads', but stopped short of confirming which ones.

A spokesperson said:

"Due to a serious RTI at the junction of Pyle Street/Coppins Bridge in Newport, we are closing various roads to give emergency services space to deal with the incident.

"Traffic is hardly moving and may be like this for some time.

"I would suggest avoiding Newport if at all possible. An option is to enter from West Wight if you need to get to the West side of Newport.

"We are looking at traffic management and diversion options, this will take some time to set up due to the location of the incident. Coppins Bridge is a major link to various parts of the island."

 

Updated

The road has reopened.

 

Police say the injury to the rider is serious but is not deemed life threatening. The casualty has been taken to hospital.

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