Delays after lorry overturns on A41 in West Bromwich

[gallery] A 38-ton lorry overturned on a busy road in West Bromwich this afternoon, leading to diversions and delays for motorists.

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Police were called to the A41 Birmingham Road after the vehicle, which was carrying vehicle spares, lost control.

West Midlands Police spokeswoman Gina Lycett said emergency services had been called just before 2.10pm.

She said: "The A41 exit of the roundabout is closed and blocked.

"The driver is described as being 'walking wounded', and the fire service have been called because of a diesel spillage."