Popley Way closed after "serious accident" involving car and motorbike

The incident happened this evening (Thursday) in Popley Way, near Abbey Road.

Police, ambulance and fire service are reported to be at the scene.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescure were called by the ambulance service at 6.37pm.

Hampshire Constabulary and South Central Ambulance Service have also been contacted.

• Also read: Popley Way to remain closed for "some time" after crash, police say

Residents have spoke of disruption and tailbacks affecting the area.

One person wrote on social media: "Finally almost home after being caught up in the tailback after a nasty accident involving a car and a motorcycle on Popley Way.

"It looks nasty with lots of emergency vehicles in attendance."

Another added: "Avoid Popley Way tonight people. Huge accident at the bottom of abbey road by the church and road has been closed."

Stagecoach South have also reported severe delays to their Number 4 and 5 services as a result of the incident.

#Basingstoke Severe delays are to be expected on Service 4 & 5 due to a RTC on Popley Way. Both services are currently stuck at the scene. More updates to follow as & when we get them.
Jon

— Stagecoach South (@StagecoachSouth) January 2, 2020

Updates when we have them.