Congestion after crash near iconic Great Barr pub - check route before travel

The crash happened near the Scott Arms in Great Barr.

There has been a crash in Great Barr near the Scott Arms pub which has resulted in problems in the area for motorists this afternoon.

These problems include: one carriageway is partially blocked, debris on the roads as well as congestion.

The affected route is the A34 Walsall Road southbound at the Old Walsall Road junction, near the Scott Arms.

West Midlands Roads shared the incident in a social media post this afternoon.

It is unclear how this crash emerged.

Buses have been diverted in the area.

National Express West Midlands shared that the number 28 bus has been diverted towards Perry Beeches only via Old Walsall Road, Rocky Lane and Walsall Road due to a collision.

Motorists are advised to check their route before travelling this afternoon.

We have contacted emergency services for further comment on it.

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