A390 closed at Tresillian after forklift comes off trailer and hits car

Emergency services remain at the scene. Credit: BPM Media

The driver of a car has sustained leg injuries after a forklift came off a trailer and hit into a car.

The A390 is closed near Tresillian as a result of the incident, which happened shortly after 9am today (December 10).

A Devon and Cornwall Police spokesperson said a forklift became "detached" from the trailer it was being transported on and was then involved in a collision with a Nissan Duke.

"Early reports state that the driver of the Duke has sustained leg injuries," a spokesperson said.

"Police, fire and ambulance are all in attendance and the road remains closed for the foreseeable future; we recommend that road users seek alternative routes."