A crash between a motorbike and a lorry on the A13 has partially shut the road.

The eastbound carriageway in Basildon has been blocked off after the accident which took place around 5.30pm today (Wednesday, January 20).

The crash is believed to have happened between the A176 junction and A132 South Mayne, near the Pitsea flyover.

It's been reported the route remains closed.

And paramedics were spotted at the scene at the Five Bells Interchange.

The motorcyclist, an adult male, has been transported to Basildon Hospital for treatment.

Earlier this evening, traffic queued back all the way to the Stanford-le-Hope turnoff, although is believed to now be easing.

Essex Police have confirmed they received reports of a collision and tailbacks, but did not need to attend the scene. It's believed the ambulance service were instead leading on the incident.

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The AA Traffic News website, says: "Road closed due to accident, a motorbike and lorry involved on A13 Eastbound between A176 (Five Bells Interchange) and A132 South Mayne (Pitsea Flyover).

"Congestion to the Stanford-le-Hope turn-off, as well as the A176 heading in and out of Basildon."

An East of England Ambulance Service spokesperson, said: “Two ambulances attended a road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a lorry on the A13 heading towards Basildon just after 5.30pm today.

"The motorcyclist, an adult male, was transported to Basildon and Thurrock Hospital for treatment.”