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A Jersey postman fortunately escaped without serious injury this morning after his van smashed into another.
The collision between the Nissan Acenta Jersey Post van and a silver VW Transporter happened on Bagatelle Road early this morning.
Pictured: The vehicle's headlight was smashed in the accident.
Police and an ambulance were called at 06:57 and arrived at the scene of the accident near La Rue de Froid Vent shortly after.
Commuters experienced significant delays along Bagatelle Road as a result of the collision, with Police warning drivers to avoid the area.
We are currently dealing with an RTC on Bagatelle Road - please avoid the area at this time
— States of Jsy Police (@JerseyPolice) May 8, 2019
Police said the 31-year-old postman was checked over by ambulance staff, who found that he had “minor injuries” which were not in need of medical attention.
The Jersey Post van, however, did not escape unharmed.
Pictured: The crash happened on Bagatelle Road.
Photos taken from the site of the crash show significant damage to the front, with the vehicle's inner layer exposed, the left-hand light smashed, and the bumper having nearly fallen off.
Police said no arrests were made following their investigation, which was closed at 09:05.
Pictured: Police at the scene of the accident.
A spokesperson for Jersey Post has since confirmed that the postman will be returning back to work on Friday as normal.
Pictured top: The Jersey Post van involved in the collision on Bagatelle Road, as seen from inside a commuter's car.
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