A three vehicle road traffic collision caused traffic problems in Romford earlier today.

The incident took place on Pettits Lane North at around 10.40am, near the junction with Heather Gardens.

One driver had to be freed from her car by fire fighters.

A police spokesman said that no one involved has suffered life threatening injuries.

The vehicles involved were a Toyota Avensis, a truck and a taxi.

Roads in the area were closed.