Number of pedestrians ‘hit by car’ on city street

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Police have urged the public to avoid a road in the west end of Glasgow after a car struck a number of pedestrians.

Police Scotland said Hyndland Road has been closed following a crash involving a car and a number of pedestrians at 3.45pm on Tuesday.

The number of pedestrians involved has not yet been released by police.

Photos posted on social media showed multiple police cars, ambulances and fire engines lined up on the road, along with a large number of emergency personnel.

The force said in a statement: “Hyndland Road in Glasgow is closed following a crash involving a car and a number of pedestrians which happened around 3.45pm on Tuesday November 10.

“Emergency services are at the scene and drivers are urged to avoid the area.”

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has also confirmed they were called to the incident.

Glasgow city council said Hyndland Road was closed between Clarence Drive and Novar Drive.

The council said: “Road users are advised to avoid the area and consider alternative routes.”

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