Dereham Road in Norwich has reopened following an earlier crash between a car and motorbike.

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The road was blocked off by police at around 6pm following reports of an accident near to the Nelson Street junction.

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The crash was between a Volkswagen Golf and a red Honda 125cc bike.

Police said the bike's rider, who is in his early 20s, was injured and was treated by paramedics at the scene.

It took more than an hour for an ambulance to arrive.

The injuries are currently unknown but are not thought to be serious.

Any witnesses to the incident should call 101 and ask for PC 667 Chambers.