Huge crash as car smashes into row of parked cars

A man was rushed to hospital after a car smashed into a row of parked vehicles – leaving a massive trail of destruction in its wake.

The seven-car accident happened in Douglas Road, Acocks Green, Birmingham, at 8.45pm on Wednesday.

It left vehicles overturned and others smashed into garden fences.

A man had to be rushed to hospital after the crash. Credit: BPM

The crash left a trail of destruction. Credit: BPM

Some cars smashed into garden fences. Credit: BPM

Pictures taken this morning show the extent of the damage. Credit: BPM

Fire crews from Hay Mills station helped free the injured man. They tweeted pictures from the scene showing a number of vehicles on their side.

A telegraph pole was also torn down in the smash.

A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman said:

A 21-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and drink driving.

Emergency services worked through the evening to clear the wreckage. Credit: BPM

Car bumpers have been left strewn across the street. Credit: BPM