06/02/2015

Minibus Overturns In Wales

A minibus has crashed and overturned near Abergavenny in Wales this morning, Friday.

Eight people were in the minibus when the collision occurred on the Old Hereford Road at around 8am.

No other vehicles were involved and no-one was seriously injured, Gwent Police confirmed.

The road is currently closed in both directions and motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.

(CD/JP)

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