Van involved in crash on Fylde bypass

A van driver reportedly crashed into trees near Clifton.
By Sean Gleaves
Published 18th Nov 2020, 15:32 BST
Updated 5th Dec 2020, 20:14 BST
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An ambulance and two police cars were called to the collision on the A584 Preston New Road, near the Lea Gate pub, at around 1.15pm today (November 18).

The white van, which reportedly became embedded in woodland on the westbound carriageway, was badly damaged and its airbags had deployed, according to eyewitnesses.

Police say they believe it was a minor injury collision.

Emergency services rushed to the collision on the A583 Preston New Road. (Credit: Google)Emergency services rushed to the collision on the A583 Preston New Road. (Credit: Google)
Emergency services rushed to the collision on the A583 Preston New Road. (Credit: Google)
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"The only incident I can find is a minor injury RTC so we wouldn't give any more information," a spokesman for Lancashire Police said.

North West Ambulance Service have been approached for comment.

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