Police tell motorists to avoid A90 in Angus following crash

Police told drivers to avoid a stretch of one of the busiest roads through Angus following a crash on Tuesday evening.

The incident took place on the A90 Dundee to Aberdeen road, four miles south of Brechin, at about 6pm.

Northbound and southbound lanes were both affected.

A90 B957 Tannadice – A933 Brechin – Accident, All lanes restricted Southbound for up to 45 minutes https://t.co/reb0b3PRro #TSIncident

— Traffic Scotland (@trafficscotland) February 19, 2019

A police statement read: “Police Scotland officers are currently dealing with a road traffic accident some four miles south of the Brechin turnoff.

“There is a lane closure to recover the vehicle and remove debris. The public are asked to avoid the area if possible and seek an alternative route.”

Traffic Scotland posted: “A90 four miles south of Brechin – Partially blocked due to a road traffic incident. Use caution as there may also be debris on the carriageway.”

The incident was caused by a motorist who bumped the central reservation.

The second lane was closed to allow debris to be cleared from the roadway.

The road was cleared and reopened by around 7pm.