This was the scene after a lorry crashed into a house in England

A major road has been closed after the crash.

This was the scene after a lorry crashed into a house in England

Police in England have closed a major road after a lorry crashed into a house in Shropshire.

A second goods vehicle is believed to have failed to stop at the scene of the smash on the A41 at Shakeford, near Sutton Heath.

The scene of the crash this morning. Pic via @OPUShropshire.
The scene of the crash this morning. Pic via @OPUShropshire.

Emergency crews were sent to the scene shortly before 10.45pm on Tuesday and the road was closed in both directions as fire crews worked to make the affected building safe.

The road is expected to remain closed for several hours, and police are advising motorists to take alternative routes where possible.

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