September 7, 2018 2.18 pm This story is over 66 months old

Person injured in three car A17 crash

The road is closed in both directions.

UPDATE, 3.20pm: Lincolnshire Police reopened the A17 at Fleet and traffic flow has returned to normal. One person was taken to hospital but is not believed to be seriously injured.


A section of the A17 has been closed due to a three car collision.

The crash happened before 2pm on Friday, September 7 at Fleet, near Holbeach.

Lincolnshire Police and other emergency services are in attendance.

A force spokesperson posted on social media: “Please avoid the area and where possible find an alternative route.

Traffic is building in both directions. Photo: Google

“We know this is going to cause difficulties on a Friday afternoon and wish you a safe journey.”

Traffic is beginning to build in both directions.

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