FIVE people were taken to hospital following a traffic incident involving four vehicles on Busher Walk, near to Kendal County Hall.

The A5284 Stricklandgate was been closed both ways and there was very slow traffic.

All of the casualties were reported as able to walk, although one was put on a stretcher as a precaution. They were taken to various local hospitals.

Four vehicles were involved in the incident: A BMW 330d, a Renault Modus, a Toyota Rav 4 and a Volkswagen Golf GTI.

Police and three ambulances attended the scene.

Any witnesses are asked to contact PC 1567 Jackson on 101.

It is understood the road has now been reopened.