Delays on busy A30 in Cornwall after crash near Redruth involving five cars

A crash involving five cars on the A30 near Redruth in Cornwall has caused disruption to motorists.

The collision happened on Thursday 9 January, prompting the closure of the westbound carriageway between the Avers Roundabout and the A3047 for Tolvaddon.

National Highways said emergency services are at the scene, and there are delays of around half an hour.

National Highways issued a statement when the road was initially shut, which reads: "Following a multiple vehicle collision, the A30 in Cornwall is closed westbound between the A3047 junctions Avers to Tolvaddon.

"All emergency services are working at the scene with recovery agents and specialist contractors en route to assist.

"There are delays of 30 minutes."

The A30 has since re-opened.