OTLEY Bridge has been closed following a serious accident involving a woman and a lorry.

The incident happened on Bridge Street just before 11am on Monday, September 10.

Emergency services are currently at the scene and Bridge Street remains closed between Billams Hill and Beech Hill.

West Yorkshire Police said the road was expected to remain closed 'for some time', and have issued this statement: "Emergency services are currently dealing with a serious road traffic collision in Otley.

"At 10.58am today police were contacted by the ambulance service who were responding to a report of a serious road traffic collision involving a woman pedestrian and a lorry on Bridge Street, Otley.

"Emergency services are currently at the scene and road closures are in place.

"The bridge is closed to vehicle traffic and is expected to be for some time.

"Drivers are advised to avoid the area."

*More details to follow.