Accident on A27 at Drusillas Roundabout

There is also queuing traffic in both directions due to the two car crash.

The accident happened at 8.14am and emergency services are at the scene.

Drivers are being urged to avoid the area.

There is also heavy congestion to the A2270 Polegate By-Pass junction.

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