The A9 closed in both directions after horror three-vehicle crash

A SECTION of a notorious Scots road has been closed in both directions after a horror three-vehicle crash.

Emergency crews raced to the scene on the A9 in the Highlands after the alarm was raised at around 10am today.

The crash happened on the busy road near Kingussie at the junction with the A86 road.

As a result, a section of the road has been locked down by police in both directions.

Officers are currently at the scene and drivers have been urged to avoid the areas.

According to STV News, cops have confirmed that three vehicles have been involved in the smash.

It is currently unknown if anyone has been injured as a result of the crash.

Drivers have been warned that traffic is starting to build up and become heavy in the area.

Traffic Scotland took to social media to let motorists know about the road closure.

Posting on X, formerly known as Twitter, they asked road users to avoid the area if possible.

They wrote: “A9 Kingussie.

“CLOSED Northbound due to a collision. Emergency services are at scene.

“Traffic is heavy on the approach, please avoid the area at this time”.

Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.