A main road in Lake has been closed by Police following a crash between a car and a van this evening (Wednesday).
Emergency services are on scene at Newport Road, where an electric Peugeot Q2008 has been involved in a smash with a white Peugeot Partner van at the junction with Alfred Road.
Both vehicles have sustained damage, with firefighters from Shanklin called to the scene in the interests of safety to isolate the electric vehicle’s battery.
Paramedics from the Isle of Wight Ambulance Service are currently checking over those involved but no serious injuries are thought to have been sustained.
1 ambulance, a critical care paramedic and an operational commander are in attendance.
Newport Road has been closed in both directions by Police between Lake Shops and Lamborey Road.
Recovery is being arranged.
UPDATE @ 21:10 – Newport Road has now re-opened following recovery of both vehicles.
Just another day on Island Roads.