A MAJOR Bradford road has been closed this morning causing heavy traffic. 

Leeds Road, Thornbury, Bradford has been closed in both directions due to a collision between Victor Street and Leeds Old Road at 12:10am, this morning.

The road closure has been extended. 

A traffic app reported: "A647 Leeds Road both ways closed, heavy traffic due to accident between Victor Street and B6381 Leeds Old Road. Note change of location. Closure has been extended."

West Yorkshire Police have been contacted for further information. 

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