POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a serious road accident in Elmswell today.

POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a serious road accident in Elmswell today.

The accident happened at shortly after 1am when two bicycles collided on Kiln Lane.

A woman in her 40s was taken to the West Suffolk Hospital with serious head injuries which are considered potentially life-threatening.

Kiln Lane and Warren Lane remain closed this morning as investigations into the collision continue.

Police want to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the collision, particularly a number of other cyclists seen in the area at the time.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Suffolk Police on 01473 613500.