The driver of a lorry that left the road and crashed into the Well Creek river at Outwell near Wisbech, had a miraculous escape.

Wisbech Standard: Lorr in river along Downham road, Outwell. Photo credit to Lou WatsonLorr in river along Downham road, Outwell. Photo credit to Lou Watson (Image: Archant)

Astonishingly the driver walked away unscathed after his vehicle rolled into the water following a crash.

The incident closed the A1122 for a short time and emergency services were called.

A fire service spokesman said an appliance from Outwell attended the collision “and provided scene safety”.

The collision happened at around 4.30pm and the road opened 90 minutes later.

Wisbech Standard: Driver escapes injury after his lorry rolled into the river at Outwell following a crash. PHOTO :Courtesy of Chelle CowlesDriver escapes injury after his lorry rolled into the river at Outwell following a crash. PHOTO :Courtesy of Chelle Cowles (Image: Archant)

Police and ambulance crews also attended.