Roads closed in Smethwick after pedestrian hit by van and rushed to hospital with serious injuries

Police officers were called to a collision in Cranford Street in Smethwick this morning (Tuesday 7 April) shortly after 7am.

West Midlands Police told the Express & Star that a man had been hit by a van near the junction with Alma Street.

He was rushed to hospital with serious injuries and officers are continuing to investigate what happened.

Three ambulances, a paramedic officer and a MERIT trauma doctor with critical care paramedic were at the scene.

A spokesperson from West Midlands Ambulance Service said the man was “found in a critical condition receiving CPR from bystanders”.

The spokesperson added: “Paramedics immediately administered advanced life support before conveying him to Queen Elizabeth Hospital with the MERIT crew travelling on board to continue treatment en route.”

The driver of the van remained at the scene and is helping officers with their enquiries.

The A457 Soho Way Eastbound before B4136 Windmill Lane remains closed and there is slow traffic in the area, according to the AA.

Cranford Street is also still closed.

West Midlands Police said: “We are at the scene of a collision in Smethwick after a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle

“We were called to Cranford Street shortly after 7am today after a man was hit by a van near the junction with Alma Street.

“He was taken to hospital with serious injuries and we are investigating what happened.

“The driver of the van remained at the scene and is helping officers with their enquiries.

“Local road closures are in place as we investigate, and we would ask drivers to avoid the area.

“Anyone who knows more can call 101 quoting log 640 of 7 April.”