Police Cordon at Supermarket Petrol Station Following Collision
A Morrisons petrol station in Birmingham was sealed off by police this afternoon after a car struck a pedestrian. The incident occurred at the garage on Bristol Road South in the Rubery area, prompting a significant emergency services response.
Scene of the Incident
Officers from West Midlands Police arrived at the scene at approximately 3:15 pm. They established a substantial cordon, wrapping blue and white police tape around the entire forecourt perimeter. The petrol station was closed to the public while officers conducted their initial enquiries into the circumstances of the collision.
A reporter from BirminghamLive was present at the location and described a "massive cordon" in place, preventing access to the facility.
Official Police Statement
In an official statement issued to the press, a spokesperson for West Midlands Police provided details on the situation. The force described the event as a "minor collision" involving a car and a pedestrian.
The spokesperson confirmed that the petrol station would remain out of action for a short period to allow for the police investigation to be completed. However, the statement did not specify an exact timeframe for when the garage would reopen to customers.
Authorities have not released any specific information regarding the health conditions of the pedestrian or the driver involved in the incident. The police have also confirmed that they have contacted the West Midlands Ambulance Service for further comment on the medical response.
