Tractor and trailer tip over on Shoby bends near Asfordby

Emergency services were alerted this afternoon (Friday) after a tractor and trailer overturned on the Shoby bends near Asfordby.
Police were called to a road accident EMN-170721-141534001Police were called to a road accident EMN-170721-141534001
Police were called to a road accident EMN-170721-141534001

Two fire crews from the Melton station attended the incident, on the A6006 at 1.34pm.

A spokesperson for Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service said: “A tractor and trailer carrying manure had tipped over on the Shoby bends.

“The driver had self-extricated themselves when we arrived.

“Fire crews are making the tractor and trailer safe.”

Leicestershire Police officers attended to manage the traffic around the stricken vehicle.