Traffic crash, Rockhampton

Police wish to advise motorists to avoid the Neville Hewitt Bridge (or new bridge) following a traffic crash early this morning.

About 5am a truck carrying a long load jack-knifed on the bridge, completely blocking the southbound lanes.

The southbound lanes will remain closed for some time and motorists are urged to seek an alternate route.

There were no injuries and the truck did not hit any other vehicles.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444.