Major road in Swindon closed by police after ‘vehicle hits footbridge’

A major road in Swindon has been closed by police after a ‘vehicle hit a footbridge’.

Officers responded to reports of a crane colliding with the bridge over Dorcan Way at around midday today (Wednesday).

Due to concerns about the safety of the structure, the road is currently closed to traffic.

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The footbridge is also closed — it has been cordoned off with police tape.

A spokesperson for Wiltshire Police said: “We responded to reports of a crane colliding with a footbridge on Dorcan Way, Swindon just before 12 noon today (22/02).

“The footbridge has been closed as a safety measure and the council have been informed.”

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