Edinburgh City Bypass closed in both directions after collision near Baberton
Motorists are reporting long tailbacks after a crash closed the road in both directions
The Edinburgh City Bypass is currently closed in both directions between Dreghorn and Hermiston Gait as police respond to a collision.
Motorists are reporting massive tailbacks which was first reported by Traffic Scotland at 9:08pm on Wednesday evening.
One driver told the Evening News that the A720 was “in total standstill”
The exact nature of the crash is unknown, however, it is understood that police were called to the incident.
A diversion is currently in place with motorists unable to join the Bypass from the Clovenstone Roundabout.
It is unclear if anyone was injured in the crash.
Police Scotland said: “The A720 Edinburgh City Bypass is closed in both directions between Hermiston Gait and Dreghorn junction due to a crash.
“Emergency services are in attendance and motorists are advised to use alternative routes.”
We will share more updates as we get them.