A crash involving a motorcyclist and 1 other vehicle has resulted in the closure of Brading Down Road this morning (Sunday).
Emergency services have been called to the main road between Mersley Down and Brading following the incident, which occurred at around 10:45.
The motorcyclist and the driver of a car are being checked over by paramedics – although the severity of injuries sustained is currently unknown.
Island Echo is told that the crash has occurred halfway along the stretch of road.
Southern Vectis’ Downs Breezer open-top buses are diverting and as a result are unable to serve Mersley Down Summit (for the Garlic Farm) or Devonia (for Brading Roman Villa).
Motorists are to avoid the area until the incident has been cleared.
UPDATE @ 11:35 – The motorcyclist is being treated by paramedics for a fractured elbow. The occupant of the other vehicle has not required any medical treatment.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary has said:
“Our officers were called at 10:20 this morning following reports of a collision on Brading Downs Road between a Vauxhall and a motorcyclist.
“They, and other emergency services, are currently on-scene.
“Road closures are currently in place between Ashey Road and Bullys Hill.
“The motorcyclist is being treated by paramedics.”
UPDATE @ 12:20 – Brading Down Road has now reopened to traffic meaning the Downs Breezer can return to its normal line of route.
If it was one of the motorcyclists hurtling through Havenstreet this morning I can’t say I’m surprised.
Island motorcyclists seem have a death wish?
Let’s hope all involved are well.
I’m guessing a hollibobber over on his bike, or maybe the car driver, which one was speeding?
Cars drivers not taking enough attention that’s two today unbelievable.
and bikes speeding too, it’s not just the car drivers.
Most of the time it is actually sir
It’s the car drivers not taking enough time to look , FACT