Dramatic new footage shows the aftermath of the car-tanker crash in Bradford

A major road in Bradford city center was disrupted on Friday evening following an accident between a tanker and a car.

The incident happened at around 7pm on Shipley Airedale Road, close to the junction of Harris Street and Leeds Road.

A tanker and a car collided in a crash on Shipley Airedale Road in Bradford city center today. (Image: UGC)

Traffic is now moving normally along this section of the A650, according to traffic reports.

Cones have been placed around the tanker – closing the short stretch of road the tanker is on.

debris on the road (Image: Newsquest)

Incident on Shipley Airedale Road

Earlier in the evening, a blue Vauxhall Corsa was left sticking out of the metal barriers after stopping.

The aftermath of the crash on Shipley Airedale Road (Image: Newsquest)

Several bricks under the barriers were dislodged during the collision.

The remains of a barrier and car wheels are also on the ground nearby.

Meanwhile, the white tank stays in the left lane.

A member of staff working for Bradford Council is working on site to make the railings safe for members of the public.

Sparks flew into the air as the worker cut the railing.

T&A has contacted West Yorkshire Police and SBG for more information.