A9 reopens after crash near Dornoch

The A9 Inverness to Thurso road was closed in both directions this afternoon following a crash near Dornoch.

The incident happened at the junction of the B9168 between Dornoch and Golspie shortly after 3pm this afternoon.

Emergency services were called to the scene, adjacent to the Trentham Hotel.

The number of vehicles involved and the severity of any injuries are unknown at this time.

The Highland trunk road was closed to all traffic for some time as crews responded.

The road has since reopened.

Police urged motorists to avoid the area.

In an earlier statement, issued on Facebook, it read: “The A9 at its junction with the B9168 Dornoch is closed in both directions following a crash which was reported to police around 3.15pm.

“Emergency services are in attendance and drivers are advised to avoid the area where possible.”

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