A major route in south Birmingham has been closed by police following a serious road traffic collision in the Moseley area this morning.
Road Closure and Police Cordon
Wake Green Road, close to its junction with School Road, remains partially blocked after the incident. Officers from West Midlands Police have established a cordon at the scene as their investigation gets underway.
Authorities are urging all motorists to steer clear of the vicinity to assist emergency services and prevent further congestion. Drivers have been advised to plan ahead, allow significant extra time for journeys, and seek alternative routes where possible.
Public Transport Disruption
The collision has caused immediate disruption to local bus services. National Express West Midlands has confirmed that its number 1 and 41 buses are being diverted away from Wake Green Road.
A spokesperson for the operator stated: "Services 1 and 41 are diverting in both directions via Alcester Road, High Street, Addison Road, Brook Lane and Yardley Wood Road. We apologise for any disruption to your journey."
Ongoing Investigation and Updates
The official social media account for West Midlands Roads posted an alert about the incident on platform X earlier today, confirming a road traffic collision had occurred. The full impact of the crash and the condition of those involved are not yet known.
BirminghamLive has reached out to both West Midlands Police and the West Midlands Ambulance Service for an official statement and further details on the circumstances of the collision.
This is a developing news story. Further updates will be provided as more information is released by the emergency services on site.