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Traffic chaos in Blackwood after two-car smash

A serious crash is causing peak-hour traffic chaos along a major thoroughfare, with police asking motorists to avoid the area.

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A serious crash between two cars in Blackwood on Thursday afternoon is currently causing peak-hour traffic chaos.

A serious crash between a truck and motorcycle in Blackwood. Picture: 7NEWS
A serious crash between a truck and motorcycle in Blackwood. Picture: 7NEWS

Emergency services were called to Shepherds Hill Rd, just after 3.30pm, to a two-vehicle collision.

One of the drivers has been taken to hospital with serious injuries.

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Traffic is currently being diverted for west bound traffic from the Blackwood roundabout, with one lane going eastbound remaining open at reduced speed.

Emergency services were called to Shepherds Hill Rd, just after 3.30pm, to a two-vehicle collision. Picture: 7NEWS
Emergency services were called to Shepherds Hill Rd, just after 3.30pm, to a two-vehicle collision. Picture: 7NEWS

Police said the roads will be closed for well into the evening, while Major Crash investigators assess the scene.

Police have asked motorists to avoid the area and take an alternative route.

Originally published as Traffic chaos in Blackwood after two-car smash

Original URL: https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/south-australia/traffic-chaos-in-blackwood-after-twocar-smash/news-story/303323d813848d938f817613b7400e36