The A143 near Stradishall in West Suffolk has reopened following a serious crash this afternoon.

Police had closed the road in both directions from Highpoint Prison to the junction with the B1063 at Wickhambrook.

But, according to the AA traffic map traffic is still slow in the area.

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At 12.31pm today Suffolk Police tweeted: “The A143 at Stradishall is currently closed in both directions due to a serious RTC, from the Highpoint Prison area to Wickhambrook crossroads (B1063).

“Road closed and slow traffic due to accident on A143 both ways between Hawbush Road and B1063.”

Suffolk police has been approached for more information.

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