Cheshire Police have confirmed that a pedestrian has suffered 'serious injuries'.

A spokesperson said: "At 11.04am on Thursday, July 2, police were called to reports of a collision in Black Lane, Macclesfield.

"The collision involved a car and a pedestrian.

"The pedestrian – a woman – has suffered serious injuries.

"Black Lane is currently closed between Corporation Street and Hurdsfield Road.

"The Tesco car park is also closed."

Cheshire Police have urged motorists to avoid the area.

A statement released by the force at midday reads: "Black Lane in Macclesfield is currently closed following a serious collision outside Enterprise Car & Van Hire.

"The road is expected to be closed for some time and Tesco car park is also closed as a result of the incident.

"Motorists are urged to avoid the area."

A large emergency service response has been sighted in Macclesfield.

Black Lane is currently closed following a crash near the exit of the Tesco superstore.

Police and ambulance crews, including an air ambulance, are currently at the scene.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service were also in attendance, but have since left.

A CFRS spokesperson said: "We sent two fire engines from Macclesfield but took no action and left the incident with police and ambulance colleagues.

"This was a collision involving one vehicle and a pedestrian."