Emergency services respond to crash on A6089 near Gordon

Emergency services are responding to a report of a "serious crash" involving two vehicles on the A6089 near Gordon.

The road is closed just north of the village following the incident, which was reported to police around 5.50pm tonight (Tuesday).

An air ambulance from Glasgow arrived on scene in the Scottish Borders, around 6.45pm.

But the helicopter left half an hour later, returning direct to base at the city's airport.

Motorists are being advised to find alternative routes.

One eyewitness said: "All I can see from Bassendean is blue lights, hope everyone is OK!"

The 13-mile road links the A697 at Whiteburn with Kelso.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Emergency services are in attendance following a serious crash involving two vehicles on the A6089 at Gordon, which was reported to police around 5.50pm on Tuesday.

"The A6089 is closed between Gordon and Whiteburn. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes."

UPDATED (Wednesday, midday) - Man dies following three vehicle crash near Gordon.

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