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Lorry hits Metro bridge leading to long delays for drivers

Drivers faced delays this afternoon after a skip lorry crashed into a bridge in the Black Country.

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Firefighters were called to Great Bridge Road in Moxley after the heavy goods vehicle hit the Midland Metro line bridge at about 10am.

Lorry stuck. Credit: Carl Bramall

The road was closed between Glyn Avenue and Constantine Way while attempts were made to remove the vehicle.

A structural engineer has been at the scene and it is understood that speed restrictions along the Midland Metro were put in place.

No-one was injured in the crash.

Crews from Bilston Fire Station and Bickenhill Fire Station were in attendance.