The driver of a Ford Focus involved in a three-vehicle collision on the A1 last night ran from the scene and is still being sought by police.

The collision, reported at 11.50pm, took place at the junction with the A151 towards Corby Glen and caused the northbound carriageway to be closed until 4.30am this morning.

A white Ford Focus, Vauxhall van and silver Vauxhall Corsa were involved and one woman suffered a minor injury.

Lincolnshire Police say the driver of the Focus fled the scene on foot and, despite the drone unit being deployed, could not be found. Police are still trying to locate them.

Anyone with information about the collision can is asked to contact police in one of three ways:

• By calling 101 quoting the reference 528 of 1 August 2019
• By emailing [email protected] - putting the reference 528 of 1 August in the subject box
• Through the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.