Hunningley Lane, Barnsley: Crash leads to closure of busy road as police ask motorists to "avoid the area"

Police are asking motorists to avoid the scene of a crash this afternoon, which has also led to a busy road being closed in both directions.

The collision took place in Hunningley Lane in Barnsley earlier today (Sunday, May 4, 2025).

A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “Please be aware that Hunningley Lane in Barnsley is closed from Stairfoot roundabout towards Worsbrough due to a road traffic collision.

The collision took place in Hunningley Lane in Barnsley earlier today (Sunday, May 4, 2025)placeholder image
The collision took place in Hunningley Lane in Barnsley earlier today (Sunday, May 4, 2025) | Adobe/Google

“Please avoid the area and plan an alternative route if possible.”

Traffic is said to be coping well, following the road closure.

South Yorkshire Police has been asked to provide further information on the crash.

More to follow.

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