Crash on M40 near Warwick services

The crash between a van and an HGV happened at just before 4.50am this morning (Thursday) about 200 yards past Warwick Services on the southbound carriageway.

An ambulance and a paramedic officer were sent to the scene.

A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said: “When crews arrived they found a van that had suffered serious damage and an HGV that had jackknifed.

“The HGV driver was shaken but otherwise unhurt. The van driver, who was in his mid 40s, had suffered a serious injury to his neck as well as pain in his back and abdomen.

“He was immobilised using a neck collar and spinal board before being taken to Warwick Hospital for further assessment and treatment.”