An elderly man is in hospital with serious injuries after a crash on the A27.

The crash happened at around 10am this morning eastbound near the junction of Shellbridge Road, west of Arundel.

A man in his 80s was taken to hospital in a serious condition.

The crash involved a BMW and Suzuki which were both badly damaged.

The Argus: The road has been closed all dayThe road has been closed all day (Image: Sussex News and Pictures)

The A27 from Fontwell is currently closed eastbound with a diversion in place on the A29.

A Sussex Police spokesman said: “Please make alternative journeys while services continue to work in the area.

“Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage is urged to come forward and make a report.

“You can contact us via our online reporting form or by calling 101 quoting Operation Mitchell.”