Motorists are being advised to seek an alternative route for their journey following a collision on the Shore Road in Newtownabbey.

A PSNI spokesperson said: “Motorists are advised that the Shore Road in Newtownabbey is closed in both directions near the junction with the Glenville Road following a two-vehicle collision this afternoon (Tuesday, September 21). Diversions are in place, please seek alternative routes.”

A Department for Infrastructure (DfI) spokesperson added: “PSNI advise road users that the Shore Road is reduced to a single lane in each direction. A contraflow system will be in operation for some time following a road traffic collision. PSNI ask road users to seek an alternative route for your journey.”

There are no further details at this time.

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