Police are dealing with a crash on the A69 east of Brampton.

The crash, near Gilsland, was reported shortly before 8am.

The road is partially blocked both ways and there's queuing traffic in the area.

The collision itself has happened near the junction for Gilsland village and congestion is being felt around Lodges Farm and the B6318 turn-off.

No details on whether anyone has been hurt or not or what vehicles were involved have been released.

* It is believed the incident was cleared by about 8.30am.