Police are at the scene of a crash at a busy junction in Leicestershire with motorists being advised to avoid the area.

Leicestershire Police has reported that the road in Melton Mowbray is shut due to the collision. The incident happened on Leicester Road between the junction with Beler Way and the junction with Kirby Road.

The crash occurred at 6.12am and the force have said further updates are to follow. Drivers are advised to find another route on Friday morning while police deal with the incident.

A spokesperson for Leicestershire Police said: "Due to a road traffic collision Leicester Road in Melton Mowbray is closed between the junction with Beler Way and the junction with Kirby Road.

"Please find an alternative route. Updates to follow."

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