A27 Traffic Incidents Lead to Serious Injuries and Delays
Recent traffic incidents on the A27 have resulted in serious injuries and significant delays for motorists. A vehicle overturned shortly after 06:00 GMT on March 11, 2026, prompting emergency services to respond swiftly.
The A27 was closed in both directions between the A259 near Emsworth and the A259 near Chichester due to the overturned vehicle. This closure has severely impacted traffic flow, with motorists experiencing delays of around 13 minutes eastbound.
On March 10, 2026, at approximately 2:50 PM, emergency services were called to a crash involving a car and a motorbike at the Fishbourne roundabout in Chichester. The driver of the motorbike, a man in his 60s, sustained serious injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Following the crash, the road was partially closed to facilitate the recovery of vehicles involved. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary indicated that the road was likely to remain closed for several hours, causing further disruption for drivers.
In response to the ongoing situation, drivers were diverted off eastbound at the Emsworth Interchange to join the A259 eastbound. This diversion has added to the complexity of navigating the area as emergency services continue their work.
Sussex Police are actively investigating the crash and are seeking witnesses or anyone with relevant information, including CCTV or dashcam footage from the time of the incident. A spokesman for Sussex Police stated, “Officers are investigating and ask witnesses or anyone with relevant information such as CCTV or dashcam footage of vehicles in the area at the time to come forward.”
The A27 has a history of experiencing multiple incidents that lead to road closures and delays, raising concerns among local motorists about safety and traffic management.
As investigations continue, details remain unconfirmed regarding the full circumstances surrounding these incidents and the expected timeline for the reopening of the affected sections of the A27.
