Busy Swindon road closes after crane and bridge reportedly crash

Dorcan Way is currently shut to all traffic

Author: Matthew HutchinsonPublished 22nd Feb 2023
Last updated 22nd Feb 2023

A busy road in Swindon has been closed, following reports that a crane has collided with a footbridge.

Police, who received the reports just before midday, say Dorcan Way will remain shut until the damage has been fully assessed.

Officers have now contacted Swindon Borough Council to ask who is responsible for the bridge, which is also currently closed.

It's not yet clear if anyone was injured.

More to follow.

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