The moments after a vehicle crashed into the embankment barrier were captured by a shocked motorist on Calder Road.
At around 6.35pm emergency services were called into action with paramedics seen ‘treating a motorist’ during the October 7 incident.
Traffic travelling westbound in front of the Burton’s Biscuit factory was slow, with one lane partially closed during rush hour.
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It is not yet known what led to the crash or if anyone was taken to the hospital for treatment of their injuries.
An eyewitness said: “I took the pictures at 6.35pm, and the police had only just arrived on the scene, with the ambulance just there before them.
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“The paramedic appeared to be treating at least a driver in the crashed car.
Motorist crashes in embankment barrier during rush hour. -Credit:SWD Media Limited
“Given the time of day traffic was heavy and very slow moving in the left hand lane.”
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Police Scotland have been approached for comment.