Helicopter crashes into field in Devon prompting major road closures

Emergency services are at the scene of a helicopter crash in a field near Okehampton.

The incident happened at Sourton Down and has triggered a multi-agency response, with police closing several major routes in the surrounding area.

Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed they are dealing with an ongoing incident and have urged motorists to avoid the area.

In a statement published on social media, a force spokesperson said: "Emergency services are at the scene after a crash involving a helicopter in a field at Sourton Down.

"Several road closures are in place around the A386 and A30 Sourton Cross slip and services area.

"The incident is ongoing and we will share more updates as we have them."

The crash has caused disruption to local traffic.

According to the traffic monitoring service Inrix, the A386 Bowerland Road is closed northbound.

The closure is currently in place from the A30 at Sourton Cross (Sourton Down) to the A3079 Holsworthy Road at Fowley Cross.

Drivers are being advised by local authorities to seek alternative routes while emergency services work at the scene.