A driver had a lucky escape last night after crashing their silver Ford Fiesta on Main Road, Elm.

Wisbech Standard: Elm Main Road RTCElm Main Road RTC (Image: Archant)

It is believed the driver lost control of the vehicle and collided with a wall close to All Saints Parish Church at around 6.40pm.

The ambulance service attended, but no injuries were reported and the road was closed while recovery took place.

Wisbech Standard: Elm Main Road RTCElm Main Road RTC (Image: Archant)

A police spokesman said: “Yesterday at about 6.42pm officers along with Cambs Fire and Rescue Service and The East of England Ambulance Service were called to Main Road, Elm.

“A vehicle had left the road and crashed into the gate of All Saints Church.

“A male driver was checked at scene by Paramedics. The fire service made the vehicle safe.

“Cambridgeshire Highways were called to the scene as there were signs of Diesel had been spilt on the carriageway.

“Witnesses also informed officers that the vehicle was travelling at the correct speed limit at the time of the collision.”