MOTORISTS in the Crediton area are advised that Higher Road is currently blocked due to a vehicle which has flipped onto its side.

The incident happened at about 2pm and the road is closed to traffic between Upper Deck and Alexandra Road.

All vehicles are advised to seek an alternative route.

The Land Rover Discovery was being driven towards the Copplestone direction.

It is believed that the vehicle struck a wall before it came to rest on its side.

The female driver said that she was able to release her seatbelt and fall into the passenger side of the car before escaping through the sunroof.

Crediton Fire Brigade attended to make the vehicle and scene safe.

The woman was treated for minor injuries at the scene.

A member of staff from West Ridge Equine Veterinary Surgeons was the first on the scene and has been caring for the driver.

No other vehicle was involved in the incident.

Police are operating the road closure in the immediate area.

It is unknown when the road will re-open.

• Further updates when we have them.