Four-vehicle crash shuts major route near city

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The A16 has been shut near Newborough, north of Peterborough

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A major road has been closed by police following a four-vehicle crash.

Emergency services are at the scene on the A16 near Newborough, north of Peterborough.

The crash happened at about 15:30 BST. Details regarding any injuries have yet to be confirmed.

Cambridgeshire Police warned motorists on its X account, external to find alternative routes, with the road expected to be closed for "a long time".

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