Saxby Road closed after serious collision

What is understood to be a serious road collision has led to the closure of Saxby Road in Melton since noon.

Leicestershire Police say Saxby Road was closed between Waltham Road, Freeby and the Thorpe End junction at 11.55am and it remains closed to traffic.

A major Melton road is closed following a serious collisionplaceholder image
A major Melton road is closed following a serious collision

Melton firefighters attended the scene and there are reports that an air ambulance has landed in the town.

Police have not updated the incident but it is believed to have involved a motorcycle and no other vehicles.

More to follow.

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