Thousands of onions block road after tractor overturns in Chatteris in Cambridgeshire

A section of the A141 in Cambridgeshire was closed this morning after thousands of onions spilled into the road.

Emergency services were called to the roundabout near Aldi in Chatteris after a tractor and trailer carrying the vegetable overturned.

A Cambridgeshire Constabulary spokesperson said that no injuries were reported and no arrests were made.

The road was blocked while recovery took place but has since reopened.

Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know