A serious road traffic collision occurred on Oteley Road, Shrewsbury, involving a car and a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) on December 5. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene shortly after the incident was reported.
Incident Details
The collision was reported at approximately 10:30 AM. The West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) received notifications regarding the accident and quickly mobilized resources. Two ambulances, a paramedic officer, and the Midlands Air Ambulance from Cosford were sent to assist.
Condition of the Victim
Upon arrival, paramedics discovered a female driver in a critical state. They immediately initiated advanced life support procedures before transporting her to Royal Stoke University Hospital via air ambulance.
Emergency Response
- Time of incident: 10:30 AM
- Location: Oteley Road, Shrewsbury
- Response teams: WMAS, Shrewsbury Fire Service
A fire service spokesperson reported that they received the call regarding the crash at 10:36 AM. They confirmed that no individuals were trapped inside the vehicles involved.
Fire Services Deployment
Three fire engines were dispatched to the collision site from Shrewsbury, Telford Central, and Wellington. An operations officer also participated in the emergency response efforts.
The West Midlands Ambulance Service continues to gather further information related to this incident. Updates regarding the condition of the injured driver are anticipated as the situation develops.
