Updated: Herts Police have been advising motorists to avoid a busy road in Hitchin following a road traffic accident this morning, Tuesday (March 26).

Officers said earlier today: "We are currently at the scene of a collision in Walsworth Road, Hitchin.

"There is a build-up of traffic and so we advise motorists to avoid the area and seek an alternative route."

However, the latest from the police is as follows:

"Police were called at 10.34am today to reports of a collision in Walsworth Road, Hitchin," said a spokesperson.

"A black Kawasaki motorbike and a white Kia Sorento were involved.

"Officers attended alongside the ambulance service.

"The motorcyclist sustained minor injuries."

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