Part of Kirkham bypass closed after crash

A busy main road in Lancashire was partially closed this evening (Sunday) after a crash.
The A583 is affectedThe A583 is affected
The A583 is affected

The A583 Kirkham By Pass was closed both ways at Dowbridge.

Diversions were in operation after the accident at around 5.30pm.

Preston police tweeted: "We are currently dealing with a Road Traffic Collision on the A583, Kirkham By-pass in Dowbridge near Church Farm.

"Please avoid the area in order to assist emergency vehicles attending."

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