A driver has been hospitalised in Watford after their vehicle collided with a pole this morning.

At 6.30am, police were alerted to reports that a vehicle crashed into a "telegraph pole" on Leggatts Way, Watford.

The road closure on Leggatts Way.The road closure on Leggatts Way. (Image: AA) A spokesperson for Herts Police said: "The pole was blocking the road, so a closure was put in place at the junction with Gammons Lane.

"The driver sustained minor injuries and was taken to hospital.

"The fire service also attended to deal with the telegraph pole."

Emergency services at Leggatts Way.Emergency services at Leggatts Way. (Image: Darryn Miles) Follow our live blog for the latest updates here.

A recent Facebook post by Herts Police read: "Leggatts Way in Watford has been closed whilst we attend to an accident."

"Drivers are advised to avoid the area. Thank you." The post added.