Crash on A338 near Downton

The route's been closed in both directions for the time being

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 27th Oct 2022
Last updated 27th Oct 2022

The A338 has been closed in both directions near Downton following a collision between a car and a motorbike.

The crash happened just south of the former Stag pub at Charlton all Saints at around 2.45pm this afternoon (Thursday 27th October).

Wiltshire Police say a man in his 40s has suffered serious injuries.

He's been taken to Salisbury District Hospital for treatment.

The closure's in place between the Nunton turning and the Downton Business Park roundabout.

Wiltshire Police are warning the road's likely to be shut for the 'foreseeable future' and are asking drivers to avoid the area.

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