Emergency services rushed to a Birmingham retail street this afternoon after a serious collision involving two vehicles and a pedestrian.
Emergency Response at the Scene
A man and a woman were transported to Queen Elizabeth Hospital following the incident, which occurred on Longbridge High Street. The crash happened directly outside the Marks & Spencer store at approximately 2.36pm on Tuesday, December 16.
West Midlands Ambulance Service dispatched a significant number of resources to the location. A spokesperson confirmed they sent two ambulances, three paramedic officers, and the WMAS Critical Care Car to the scene after receiving reports of the road traffic collision.
Details of Injuries and Treatment
The male casualty, who was a pedestrian, was treated by paramedics for injuries described as potentially serious. He was conveyed to the major trauma centre at Queen Elizabeth Hospital under emergency blue light conditions.
The female casualty, who was a passenger in one of the vehicles involved, also received treatment at the scene. Her injuries are not currently believed to be serious. She was taken to the same hospital for further assessment and care.
Ongoing Investigation and Updates
This remains a developing situation. Authorities have been contacted for further comment regarding the circumstances leading to the collision. The area around Longbridge High Street is likely to experience disruption while investigations are ongoing.
We will provide more information on this breaking news story as it becomes available. Follow for live updates on the aftermath of the incident outside the popular Birmingham retail store.
