AN articulated lorry has jackknifed on the A429 just outside Northleach.

The incident is believed to have happened at sometime after 4.30pm, and police are on the scene.

Motorists are being advised that while traffic can currently get past, the road may have to be blocked when the vehicle is removed.

An eyewitness said: “A huge lorry is half on its side against the trees on the Fosse Way.

“Police are everywhere.”