Emergency services are on scene on the N3 near Hidcote where one person has been pronounced dead.

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At about 5.50am the control center was alerted that a truck and minibus had collided and emergency services were immediately dispatched.

It is alleged that the truck driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to veer across the N3 and overturn.

One person is dead and two people are being treated for serious injuries.
Please approach this area with caution.

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