A143 near Harleston closed after tanker lorry crash

Officers had shut the A143 at Harleston after a tanker lorry left the road this morning. 

Large queues of traffic were reported in the area in both directions. 

Traffic in the area after the crash (Image: AA Traffic Map) Police had advised motorists to find different routes and to avoid the area while the incident is dealt with. 

The road reopened at around 3pm this afternoon with traffic now moving smoothly.

The extent of injuries suffered by the driver is unclear.

The East of England Ambulance Service have been contacted for comment.