A motorcyclist has been rushed to hospital in a "serious condition" after a crash.

Herts Police have said they were contacted by the East England Ambulance service at around 11.48am after a motorbike was involved in a "serious" crash in Watling Street in Radlett.

Two men were knocked from the bike and one has been rushed to Watford General Hospital.

Police say road closures are in place in Watling Street and Harper Lane.

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A spokesperson for Herts Police said: “The ambulance service contacted us about a road traffic collision involving a motorbike on Watling St, Radlett, at around 11.48am this morning.

“It appears two men came off a motorbike.

"One was taken to Watford General in a serious condition.

“Watling Street and Harper Lane have been closed whilst we deal with the incident.”

The closures have remained in place as of 2.30pm.

Police and Herts County Council have advised motorists to avoid the area and there are delays on surrounding roads.

The East of England Ambulance service has been approached for a comment.

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