Rawdon Road: Busy Leeds route closed after serious crash as drivers told to avoid area

Drivers have been urged to avoid a busy Leeds route after a serious crash resulted in a casualty being rushed to hospital.

The incident, on Rawdon Road earlier today (October 17), has resulted in the closure of the route.

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Drivers have been told to avoid Rawdon Road after a crash on October 17. | National World/Google

It is understood that the fire service and ambulances are in attendance, as well as officers from West Yorkshire Police.

In a statement, a spokesperson for the force said: “Emergency services are currently at the scene of a serious road traffic collision on Rawdon Road.

“One person has been taken to hospital with serious injuries. The road remains closed. Please avoid the area.”

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