A crash involving three vehicles is blocking the A120 this afternoon (May 14).

There is queuing traffic in both directions as a result of the crash which happened near the junction with West Street, Coggeshall.

The East of England Ambulance Service have confirmed three people were taken to hospital as a result of the crash.

It was first reported at 4.42pm and drivers travelling between Braintree and Colchester should expect delays.

Highways England says there are 30 minute delays on the approach to the incident and queues are spanning several miles.

Drivers have been advised to consider using alternative routes.