VICTIMS of a "horrendous" crash are deemed "lucky to be alive" by members of the emergency services who attended the seen.

One driver suffered serious head and leg injuries in last Saturday's smash on the A38, near a lay-by between Martin Hussingtree and Copcut.

He had to be cut out of grey Ford Escort car by firefighters and was in a "great deal of pain and distress," according to Sub Officer Gary Jay who was at the scene.

The man, thought to be in his 20s, was described by police yesterday (Tuesday) as "comfortable".

The crash, which happened at around 2.50am, shut the road for around six-and-a-half hours and also involved a silver Peugeot 205 Gti, and a green Iveco lorry, travelling towards Worcester.

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Fire crews from Droitwich and Worcester, as well as the emergency tender, were called to the scene.

Sub Officer Jay said the incident was "horrendous" and the people involved were lucky to be alive.

He said the engine of the Escort, which ended up on its roof, had been found around 100 yards from the crash.

The lorry driver was treated for shock at the scene.

The Peugeot driver was also treated for shock as well as a minor head injury.

Anyone who has any information about the crash is asked to call PC Cound on 01905 723888, quoting c/610657.