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Man, 75, cut free after lorry crash closes A1071 at Hintlesham in both directions

Firefighters had to cut a 75-year-old man free from his lorry after a crash between two HGVs near Hintlesham Fisheries on Tuesday morning.

The big picture: The A1071 has been closed in both directions following the collision, which happened at 10:05 today, to recover the two lorries. Motorists are advised there will be delays and are advised to find alternate routes.

Key details:

  • Two fire engines from Ipswich East and Princes Street stations attended the scene

  • The injured man was handed into the care of ambulance crews

  • Police are also in attendance

  • The crash happened near the entrance to Hintlesham Fisheries

What's next: The road remains closed while emergency services deal with the incident. Drivers should avoid the area and find alternative routes.

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