Devon and Cornwall Police are reporting that there has been a serious road traffic accident on the A379 outside Kingsbridge, just up from South Hams Hospital.

The road is closed so motorists are advised to find an alternative route.

Police, fire and ambulance were called at 1.15pm today, Wednesday, September 23, following a collision between a car and a truck on the A379 between Palegate Cross, Churchstow, and Kingsbridge.The male driver of the car was initially trapped but is now free from his vehicle. Severity of any injuries are not known at this time.The air ambulance is also in attendance.The road is closed between Palegate Cross and Cookworthy Road, and a further closure is in place at Leigh Cross.The road reopened around 6.15pm.