Motorcyclist injured in A458 collision near Shrewsbury
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital following a collision in Shropshire this morning.
The collision occurred on the A458 in Cound near Shrewsbury shortly before 7.55am.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman said: “On arrival at the scene crews found a motorcycle and a people carrier that had been in collision.
“The motorcyclist, a man believed to be in his 50’s, was treated on scene for pelvic injuries. The man was fully immobilised and given pain relief at the scene before being conveyed to Royal Shrewsbury Hospital for further assessment and treatment.
“The driver of the people carrier was assessed at the scene but did not require any further treatment.”
Two ambulances and a paramedic area support officer in a rapid response vehicle were dispatched to the scene.
The A458 at Cressage was closed during clear up and accident investigation work.
A signed diversion route from Cressage via the B4380 to the B5061 Atcham road and then via the local link road between Atcham and Cross Houses was put into operation.
