A BUSY road on the outskirts of York was blocked after three cars crashed during this evening's rush-hour.

Police and ambulances were called to Clifton Moor Gate at 5.39pm.

The crash involved a Fiat Punto, a Ford Mondeo and a Volkswagen Jetta.

Police said one of the cars had rolled, another had swerved to avoid it, and then a third had collided with the car taking evasive action.

One driver has an arm injury but the other people involved are unhurt. Police said the road was blocked due to the damage to the cars.