Man in hospital after three-car crash as drivers urged to 'avoid area'

Emergency services were called Bridge of Weir at around 7am on Friday.

Man in hospital after three-car crash on A761 Bridge of Weir Road as drivers urged to ‘avoid area’Google Maps
Craig Meighan
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A man is in hospital and police have closed down a road in Renfrewshire after a three-car crash on Friday morning.

The A761 Bridge of Weir Road is closed at Locher Road and Prieston Road following a collision at 7.10am.

One man has been taken to the Royal Alexandra Hospital for treatment.

Officers urged drivers to stay away from the area.

The force has been approached for a statement.

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