Live updates as police close main road after serious collision

A 'serious collision' has taken place along a road in Abercynon this evening. South Wales Police say they are at the scene of the incident along Cardiff Road at present. Officers say they have closed the road in both directions between Abercynon and Mountain Ash.

Motorists have been advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes as police deal with the incident. It is understood a helicopter has landed on Abercynon roundabout as part of the emergency services response.

A statement from South Wales Police reads: "We are at the scene of a serious collision on Cardiff Road, Mountain Ash. The road is currently closed in both directions between Abercynon and Mountain Ash. It is expected to remain closed for some time. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes."

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