A major Birmingham road was partially closed this afternoon after a car overturned in a crash, causing significant disruption and emergency service response in Cotteridge.

The incident happened at around 2.10pm on Saturday, near the Grant Arms pub on Pershore Road, when a blue Mini collided with a parked car and flipped onto its roof, blocking both carriageways.

Emergency Services at the Scene

Photos and videos shared online showed the vehicle lying upside down in the middle of the road, surrounded by police, ambulance, and fire crews. Police cordoned off the area, with tape stretched across the road and traffic brought to a standstill.

West Midlands Fire Service attended to make the vehicle safe, later confirming that the Mini had been put back on its wheels following the incident.

A man in his 50s, believed to be the driver of the overturned vehicle, was taken to hospital, although the extent of his injuries is still being assessed, according to West Midlands Police.

Police Statement and Appeal

In a statement, a spokesperson for West Midlands Police said:

“We were called to Pershore Road at 2.10pm this afternoon (22 March) after a car collided with a parked car.
A man in his 50s has been taken to hospital where his injuries are being assessed.
Our enquiries into the cause of the collision are continuing and anyone with information can call us on 101 or contact us via Live Chat quoting log 2370 of 22 March.”

Traffic Impact and Road Reopening

Traffic congestion was heavy in the aftermath of the crash, with Google Maps showing severe delays in both directions. However, by late afternoon, congestion had started to ease and normal traffic flow gradually resumed.

Ongoing Investigation

The cause of the collision is still under investigation, and police have asked any witnesses or those with dashcam footage to come forward.