A ROAD had to be closed in Dudley earlier today after a crash. 

The incident happened on the A449 Stourbridge Road Northbound at Gilbert Lane, around 3.30pm.

Police closed the road and urged motorists to avoid the area if possible.

The road is now open and vehicles are able to make it past the scene, albeit slowly.

A spokesman from Dudley fire station said it was lucky there was no serious injuries and urged drivers to be careful.