A ROAD has now been cleared following a car accident.

Police were at the scene of the crash, which happened early this morning in Sackville Road, Hove, between Portland Road and Pembroke Crescent.

Sackville Road was blocked both ways and Brighton and Hove buses have been diverted this morning due to the crash, including services on the 5, 5A and 5B routes.

Sussex Police have been contacted for a full statement.