A38 South Brent collision sparks delays as motorists face morning disruption

Motorists are facing delays on the A38 this morning (Thursday, November 5) following a collision involving one vehicle near South Brent.

The incident was first reported at 7.42am on the eastbound carriageway, before the A3121 Kingsbridge Road junction at Wrangaton Cross.

"One lane blocked and slow traffic due to accident on A38 Expressway Eastbound," Police said.

At 8.49am, drivers were facing a journey time of around 30 minutes, with queues stretching back to Lee Mill.

The latest Devon & Cornwall Police Traffic Watch update, issued at 9.18am, stated that traffic remained slow following the earlier collision.

AA Traffic News information available at 9.25am showed severe delays of around 18 minutes between Lee Mill and Wrangaton Cross, with average speeds of just 10mph.

The collision is not the only disruption affecting motorists travelling along the A38 this morning.

Roadworks are also contributing to delays further along the route near Buckfastleigh.

Traffic information showed:

• A38 westbound: Delays of around five minutes between Peartree Junction and Lower Dean, with average speeds of 20mph. First reported at 6.59am.
• A38 eastbound: Delays of around two minutes between Dartbridge Junction and the A384, with average speeds of 25mph. First reported at 9.02am.

Motorists are being advised to allow extra time for their journeys and check for the latest traffic updates before setting off.

The situation remains subject to change, with Devon & Cornwall Police Traffic Watch information refreshed approximately every eight minutes.