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Shaun Keenan

Lorry overturns on busy Newtownards roundabout blocking road

Motorists have been urged to approach a busy road in Newtownards with caution after a lorry overturned this morning.

The vehicle overturned on the Kempe Stones Road, with pictures of the scene showing it completely on its side.

Emergency crews, including the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service and PSNI, are currently at the scene.

Motorists have been urged to avoid this area if possible.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "Motorists are advised that Nursery Road in Newtownards is blocked following an overturned lorry this morning. Please seek alternative routes."

In an update on Monday morning, TrafficwatchNI said: "A20-Newtownards-Kempe Stones road.

"We have received reports that a lorry has over turned on the Round About at the entrance to the shopping centre.

"Road users are urged to approach with caution and where possible use an alternative route.

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