A man has been injured after a van crashed into a hedge in the South Hams.

It happened on the B3186 between Newton Ferrers and Yealmpton at about 5.20pm on Monday.

A witness said the vehicle was “completely wedged” into the bushes.

Paramedics were called to check over the male driver. No other vehicles were involved.

A Devon and Cornwall Police spokeswoman said: “This was a single-vehicle collision on the B3186 near Collaton Cross, Newton Ferrers.

“We received reports of a Transit van in a hedge at 5.20pm on Monday, November 11.

“The male driver sustained minor injuries.

“Road was closed but passable by 7.30pm. Highways were called to clear debris.”