A605 crash Barnwell: Key route between Peterborough and Northampton closed after crash

Motorists are advised to avoid the area

A key route between Peterborough and Northampton has completely closed following a collision.

The A605 at Barnwell junction, near Oundle, completely closed earlier this afternoon (Monday, March 30) while emergency services dealt with an incident.

A spokesman for Northamptonshire Police said: “Please be aware of the road closure if you are travelling in the area. We are currently dealing with a road traffic collision on the A605 at the Barnwell junction.

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The A605 at Barnwell

“The incident involved a van and a lorry. It happened at about 1.40pm and one person has been taken to hospital.”

“Both sides of the road are closed and we would advise motorists to avoid the area.

“Thank you for your patience while we deal with this incident.”

According to the AA’s live traffic map, the road remains blocked as of 4pm.

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