The A5 Grendon Island has been shut in both directions following a collision this afternoon. Warwickshire Police has warned traffic to find an alternative route.

The force has said that emergency services are at the scene of a three-vehicle collision. It is not yet clear what vehicles are involved.

But the closure of the island in both directions is causing traffic to back-up. This will impact traffic heading to and from Nuneaton and Atherstone on the A5.

The full latest police statement reads: "The A5 at Grendon Island is shut in both directions as we and our emergency services colleagues deal with a three-vehicle collision.

"Please find an alternative route for the time being.

"Thank you all for your patience and understanding."

We have contacted emergency services for more i

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