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Man flown to London hospital after crash in Tunbridge Wells

08:46, 08 July 2019

updated: 11:07, 08 July 2019

A man has been flown to hospital after a crash left him trapped.

The driver, whose identity is not yet known, was rescued by fire crews after a collision with a car and a lorry at around 7am.

The incident in St John's Road, Tunbridge Wells closed the road in both directions, but has now been re-opened.

Kent Air Ambulance emergency helicopter. File photo (13206236)
Kent Air Ambulance emergency helicopter. File photo (13206236)

The man was handed into the care of paramedics and treated at the scene before being taken by air ambulance to Kings College Hospital with serious injuries, including a leg injury.

Motorists were advised to find an alternative route as the road remained closed for some time.

Three fire engines were at the scene earlier today.

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