A MAIN road in Penrith has been closed in both directions following a crash.

Ambulance crews and police are currently on the scene of the incident, at Victoria Road, Penrith.

A spokesman from Cumbria Police said: "A closure is in place southbound at Roper Street and northbound at Kemplay Bank roundabout.

"Motorists are advised to avoid the area as delays are expected and traffic is building up."

No further details about the crash have been released by police.