One person has been injured in a three-car collision on Forest Road this afternoon (Monday).

Police were called at 4.17pm today to reports of a collision on Whitehouse Road at the junction with Forest Road, known locally as Vittlefields Cross.

The collision involved three vehicles, and one person suffered a minor injury, police confirmed.

Traffic is very heavy in the area.

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Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.

Emergency services including police, fire and ambulance have been in attendance.