Roads are closed and an air ambulance lands as emergency services deal with a serious accident near downtown Northampton

Emergency services are dealing with a serious accident in the area of ​​Scarletwell Street on Friday

Police are advising drivers to avoid the St. Andrews Road area of ​​downtown Northampton after a serious collision on Friday (April 22nd).

Details of the incident were not reported, but eyewitnesses said they saw an air ambulance land in nearby Victoria Park.

Traffic leaving nearby Northampton Station at rush hour is also likely to be affected.

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A statement from Northamptonshire Police issued shortly before 6pm said: “We are currently attending a major RTC on Scarletwell Street, Northampton.

“Roads around the area will be closed for a while while we deal with the incident. We advise drivers to avoid the road and the surrounding area if possible.

“Please do NOT try to drive past the closures! They are there for a reason, be patient and find another route.