Four vehicles have crashed on the A11 as they passed another collision on the road.

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There were long delays on the A11 at Thickthorn following the two separate crashes this morning.

Police were initially called to a two vehicle crash on the road but South Norfolk police said on Twitter that "another four vehicles collided while passing the scene, causing another RTC".

They added: "Please drive with care, maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front and keep your eyes on the road."

Norfolk Constabulary later confirmed: "Police were called at 8.59am to a four Vehicle RTC on the A11 near Hethersett on the approach to Thickthorn.

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"At present it seems that no one is seriously injured, the road will be reopened when vehicles have been removed and it is safe."

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