Burton Road closed after crash as police urge drivers to avoid area
A road in Barnsley has been closed following a crash
A road in Barnsley has been closed following a traffic collision, with motorists being urged to avoid the area.
Police said Burton Road, in Monk Bretton, is currently shut from the junction with Cross Street due to a road traffic collision.
Drivers are being advised to avoid the area while emergency services deal with the incident.
In a statement, South Yorkshire Police said: "Burton Road, in Monk Bretton, Barnsley is currently closed from the junction of Cross Street due to a road traffic collision.
"Please avoid the area and plan an alternative route where possible.
"We will provide updates here when we can."
The road remains closed at this time and motorists are being asked to allow extra time for their journeys.
Further updates are expected as more information becomes available.