PART of a busy road near Colchester has been closed after reports of a three-vehicle crash on the road. 

The A12 northbound from J25 (Kelvedon North) to J24 (Marks Tey) has been closed following a 'three-vehicle' crash on the road. 

There are delays of up to eight minutes with an average speed of 15mph.

This incident was first reported at 4.10pm on the AA road traffic website. 

The emergency services have been contacted for more information.