Two Collisions Cause Traffic Disruptions on A528 in Shrewsbury Area
Emergency services managed two separate crashes near Harmer Hill and Preston Gubbals on May 15, with minor injuries reported and road closures lifted after recovery work.
Overview
- A three-vehicle crash involving two cars and a van occurred at 11:30 am on May 15 near Harmer Hill, leaving the van on its side and resulting in minor injuries to three individuals.
- Firefighters and ambulance crews promptly responded, with two people assisted from vehicles and one woman transported to Royal Shrewsbury Hospital as a precaution.
- The affected section of the A528 was temporarily closed for recovery operations, with a 'stop message' declaring the scene under control at 12:16 pm.
- A second incident on the same road occurred just before 2 pm when a car collided with a stationary van north of Preston Gubbals; the driver was treated on-site and discharged.
- Emergency services confirmed both incidents were resolved, road closures lifted, and drivers advised to remain cautious on this frequently problematic route.