Otterbourne Road in Shawford, near Winchester, has been closed in both directions following a serious two-vehicle head-on collision this evening. The crash has caused significant traffic disruption, with many drivers trapped in long queues amid the chaos.
Emergency services rushed to the scene just before 6pm. Fire crews from Eastleigh and Winchester joined police officers and South Central Ambulance Services to respond to the incident. Fortunately, no one was trapped in the vehicles, but injuries are reported to be serious.
Hampshire Fire and Rescue confirmed: “We were called at 17:50 for a two-vehicle collision. Three people are being treated by ambulance crews. Fire crews made the scene safe and have now left it in police hands.”
The road closure is expected to last for several hours, possibly until tomorrow morning, as police carry out investigations and recovery operations. Drivers are strongly advised to avoid the area if possible.
The closure is causing widespread delays, especially for motorists leaving the M3 at Junctions 9 and 11, who often use Otterbourne Road as a shortcut. Local Bluestar bus routes to Eastleigh and Winchester have been disrupted and are unable to complete their full journeys. Drivers have reported tailbacks extending as far back as the A3090.
Originally published by UKNIP.
