Devon A35 crash: Two hospitalised with 'potentially serious' injuries after collision

Two people have been taken to hospital with 'potentially serious injuries' after a crash on the A35 in Devon.

The road is closed in both directions near Axminster following the single-vehicle collision which left five people injured.

It happened near the village of Dalwood at around 4.30am this morning (14 August).

The road is closed between the A375 near Honition and the A358 near Axminster. All traffic is being diverted via local roads.

Devon and Cornwall Police are currently at the scene, along with the fire and ambulance service.

A police spokesperson said: "Officers were called at 4.23am today to the A35 at Axminster following reports of a single vehicle collision. It was reported that the car had been in collision with a tree.

"Two people have been taken to hospital with potentially serious injuries. Three people sustained minor injuries."