Car smashes into hospital as ‘several’ inside are injured with driver in his 60s & woman also seriously hurt
A CAR ploughed into a hospital injuring "several" inside with the driver in his 60s and a woman seriously hurt.
Cops responded to calls from a temporary building at Torbay Hospital in Torquay, Devon, just before 11am on Wednesday.
Firefighters and paramedics also raced to the scene where "a number of people" were injured.
One woman suffered "serious" injuries and was transported to Derriford Hospital.
The driver, a man in his 60s, was also rushed to hospital with serious injuries, police say.
A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: "At 10.50am on Wednesday police were called to the grounds of Torbay Hospital after a vehicle collided with a building.
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"A number of people within the building were injured.
"Members of hospital staff and all three emergency services attended the scene and worked quickly to assist those who had been injured in the incident.
"One woman suffered serious injuries and was taken to Derriford Hospital. Her injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
"The driver, a man in his 60s, was treated at hospital for his injuries. Several other people sustained minor injuries.
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"Officers would like to thank hospital staff for their assistance in managing the scene and members of the public visiting the hospital for their patience."
The hospital remained open despite the accident.
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service earlier said: "We received a call at 10.47am today reporting that a vehicle had collided with a cabin at Torbay Hospital, Torquay, and there were reports of people trapped.
"Four crews from Torquay and Paignton fire stations were dispatched.
"On arrival the driver was already free and clear but two people were trapped under the car.
"Crews have lifted the vehicle and both casualties are now clear and being assessed by the ambulance service.
"Crews are still in attendance to assist partners and to ensure the scene is safe."
A number of traffic diversions are in place, according to Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust.
It said route changes are being used to support emergency services to manage the incident.
As a result, one car park on the site has been closed.
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The trust also advised those due to attend appointments to use public transport wherever possible and allow extra time for their journeys.
Torbay Hospital serves as the primary health centre for South Devon.
