Man freed from his car after collision on Topsham Road

Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service helped to free a man from his car following a road traffic collision near Countess Wear in the early hours of this morning.

Fire crews responded to a call at 2.14am, sending one fire appliance from Topsham, one fire appliance from Middlemoor and the Heavy Rescue Vehicle from Middlemoor to the scene.

One male was released from the vehicle by Fire Service personnel using small tools and a spine board. The casualty was then taken to hospital by ambulance.