TWO people were taken to hospital after a crash involving a bin lorry in Hurn on Friday (January 19).

The incident happened on Parley Lane at around 9.40am and involved a silver Vauxhall Astra, a white DAF truck and a refuse lorry.

“The drivers of the Vauxhall and the lorry were taken to hospital for treatment to injuries that are not believed to be serious,” said a Dorset Police spokesperson.

“The road was closed to allow emergency services to safely deal with the incident and treat the injured people.”

PC Hugo Pike, of Bournemouth police, said: “I am carrying out enquiries into the circumstances of this collision and am keen to speak to any witnesses of the incident or manner of driving of the vehicles involved in the moments before.

“Also, if you were driving in the area and have a dashcam fitted that has captured relevant footage, please contact Dorset Police.”

Anyone with information should contact Dorset Police via www.dorset.police.uk, or by calling 101, quoting incident number 55240009628. They can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling 0800 555 111.