Part of a major Scots road remains locked down tonight after someone was reportedly knocked down.
Part of a major Scots road has closed this evening after a person was reportedly hit by a car.
The A8 westbound is closed at Gibshills Road in Greenock after an incident involving a pedestrian and a vehicle.
The crash happened shortly before 7.30pm on Monday, March 9.
Emergency services, including Police Scotland, rushed to the scene in the Inverclyde town. They remain in attendance.
A photo taken at the scene shows a police car blocking the affected road to motorists and passers-by. Two uniformed officers stand guard to stop drivers and pedestrians from entering.
It is not yet known the extent of the person’s injuries, if they were taken to hospital, or if any arrests have been made.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “A8 westbound is closed at Gibshills Road in Greenock following a crash involving a pedestrian and a vehicle which happened around 7.20pm tonight.
“Emergency services are in attendance. Local diversions are in place.”
Police Scotland and Scottish Ambulance Service have been contacted for comment.
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