A serious incident involving a pedestrian and a vehicle has prompted a major emergency response in Bearwood, forcing the complete closure of a key route through the area.
Emergency services rushed to Bearwood Road near the junction with St. Mary's Road on Wednesday afternoon following reports of a collision. The road remained completely sealed off in both directions as police, ambulance crews, and traffic officers managed the scene.
Emergency Response and Investigation
West Midlands Police confirmed they were called to the incident at approximately 2:30 PM. A spokesperson stated: "We were called to Bearwood Road at around 2.30pm today following reports of a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian. The road is currently closed while emergency services deal with the incident."
The nature and severity of the pedestrian's injuries haven't been officially disclosed, though the significant emergency presence suggests serious concern for their welfare.
Major Traffic Disruption
The closure created substantial travel chaos throughout the afternoon and into the evening rush hour. Motorists faced lengthy delays as traffic was diverted away from the area.
Local bus services were particularly affected, with multiple routes requiring diversions. Commuters were advised to allow extra journey time and consider alternative routes while the investigation continued.
Ongoing Situation
At the time of reporting, the road remained closed with no estimated reopening time provided. Traffic monitoring systems showed congestion building on surrounding routes including Hagley Road and surrounding residential streets as drivers sought alternatives.
Police are appealing for any witnesses to come forward as they work to establish the exact circumstances of the collision.
