A MAN had to be freed from his car this morning after a "serious" three-vehicle collision.

The crash occurred in West Lane, Keighley, near to its junction with Devonshire Street, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed.

Keighley Fire Service was called to the collision at around 12.29am. A fire engine from Bingley was also at the scene.

A 21-year-old man was trapped and fire crews had to force the car door open so ambulance personnel could gain access and help the man.

He was transported to hospital by the ambulance.

A spokesman from Keighley Fire Service said: "It seemed to be a serious collision due to the damage to the vehicles."

Police were also at the scene.