A pedestrian has been hit by a lorry on Portland Beach Road.
The road is currently closed and police say it will remain so 'for some time.'
Emergency services, including six police vehicles and two ambulances, are at the scene of the serious collision.
Closure of Portland Beach Road Picture: Cristiano Magaglio
The road has now closed in both directions.
A Dorset Police spokesperson said: "Emergency services are currently attending a serious collision on the Portland Beach Road involving a pedestrian and a lorry.
"The road is closed and likely to remain so for some time. Please avoid the area to enable officers to safely deal with the scene.
"Many thanks for everyone’s patience."
Travel Dorset states the road closure is in place between A354 (Weymouth) to Ferrymans Way (Portland).'
Traffic building up along the A354 Picture: Cristiano Magaglio
There is heavy traffic and motorists are advised to avoid the area.
This is a breaking news story and a developing incident. We will bring you more information as soon as we get it.
More to follow.
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