Roads closed after car 'falls off the road' on Hanover Way near Sheffield city centre

Roads near the Hanover underpass in Sheffield city centre were closed due to a collision involving one vehicle yesterday evening.

A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police at the time explained: "A number of roads are currently closed in Sheffield city centre after a serious road traffic collision on the ring road (Hanover Way A61). The incident involved a single vehicle leaving the carriageway shortly after 9pm this evening.

“Emergency services remain at the scene and Hanover Way from the Moor roundabout to Brookhill roundabout is closed along with connecting roads.

“Roads are likely to remain closed for a considerable time and motorists are advised to avoid the area.”

Witnesses said they believed the driver of the car was injured but this has not been confirmed.

Drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible.

More information as it comes.