Road closed in both directions after crash as drivers urged to avoid area

A road in East Ayrshire has been closed by police following a crash.

Emergency services were called to the scene on the A76 near Mauchline at around 9.30am on Friday.

The road is closed in both directions at the crossroads with the B744 at Crosshands.

Traffic Scotland has advised drivers to avoid the area and allow extra travel time.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Emergency services are in attendance, and drivers are asked to use an alternative route.”

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