A THREE-car crash has blocked a road in Ventnor this afternoon (Thursday).

Police were called to the scene at Newport Road just before 5pm.

A Toyota Yaris and one other vehicle were involved in the collision.

Police currently remain at the scene.

UPDATE 5.25pm:

A spokesperson from Isle of Wight Police confirmed a BMW and a Ford Fiesta were also involved

A road closure is in place on Whiteley Bank Road.

UPDATE 6pm:

The fire service has been called to the scene for scene safety.

A spokesperson said they received the call at 5.25pm.

UPDATE 7.25pm

The Isle of Wight ambulance service has confirmed that two people have been taken to hospital.

One person refused to be taken to hospital.

Edit: An earlier version of this story reported there were two cars involved. It was later confirmed there were three.