Woman airlifted following A442 collision in Telford
A woman has been injured following a single vehicle collision in Telford this morning.
The incident occurred on the A442 Brockton Way in Halesfield, Telford just after 7.40am.
The woman was cut free from the vehicle by Shropshire Fire and Rescue crews from Tweedale and Wellington after becoming trapped.
The vehicle, a Rover MG, was discovered by police after colliding with a street light and trees.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said:
“The woman driving the car, a 27 year old woman suffered suspected back and pelvic injuries. She was also disorientated and had been unconscious.
“She received emergency treatment whilst still in the car and her condition was stabilised. She was then carefully extricated from the vehicle with the assistance of the fire service.
“Once safely removed, the woman was airlifted to University Hospital North Staffordshire for further emergency treatment. The hospital had been pre-alerted to the womans injuries and her arrival.”
The road was closed southbound between the Brockton Roundabout and the B4176 junction.
