A motorist had a lucky escape after their car flipped onto its side in a busy Sheringham street.

Eastern Daily Press: The scene of the smash in Sheringham. Picture: ROSE BUTLINThe scene of the smash in Sheringham. Picture: ROSE BUTLIN (Image: LOUISA BALDWIN)

Firefighters had to free a trapped casualty from the wreckage of the vehicle in the town's Holway Road today (Tuesday) shortly after 10am following a smash.

Crews from Sheringham and Cromer rushed to the scene after the alarm was raised and used small gear in the operation.

They also gave casualty care and made the vehicle and surrounding area safe.