Princes Avenue crash ‘road closed and traffic chaos’ – RECAP

Princes Avenue was earlier closed in both directions due to a crash involving two cars. A witness, who described the traffic as “chaos”, took photographs of two police cars blocking the road and officers speaking to people at the scene. The two-car crash, at the junction with Westbourne Avenue, was understood to have happened at around 11:30am. The traffic reporting service Inrix previously stated: “Princes Avenue in both directions closed, slow traffic due to accident from Queens Road to Duesbery Street.” Hull Live has approached Humberside Police for comment. The road reopened at around 3pm today. Key Events Join our new WhatsApp community and get breaking news in Hull straight to your mobile. 13:00 15:12 Sofie Jackson Traffic now flowing freely – road reopened Inrix states: “Princes Avenue in both directions re-opened, accident cleared from Park Avenue to Marlborough Avenue. Sensors are now showing that the road has reopened.” Share 14:35 Sofie Jackson Humberside Police statement “Emergency services attended Princes Avenue this morning following reports of a collision involving two vehicles shortly after 11.30am. “Two men suffered what are thought to be minor injuries in the incident. Road closures were put in place whilst recovery of the cars took place.” Share 14:34 Sofie Jackson The road is still currently closed but may be clearing soon. The traffic reporting service Inrix said: “Sensors are now showing that the closure length has shortened.” Share 14:30 Sofie Jackson A witness says the crash is being cleared Posting a photograph of a police car blocking the road to oncoming traffic, a witness said the scene of the crash was nearly cleared. Share 13:37 Sofie Jackson Stagecoach says buses are on diversion In a tweet at 12:26, Stagecoach East Midlands said: “Due to a RTC Princes Avenue is closed in both directions, will be diverting via Queens Rd and Beverley Rd. in both directions. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.” There are now reports the road may have since reopened. Share 13:35 Sofie Jackson Inrix update – road may have reopened Inrix states: “Sensors are now showing that the road is no longer closed.” Share 13:00 KEY EVENT Join our new WhatsApp community and get breaking news in Hull straight to your mobile. Click here to join. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice . Share
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