THE Heads of the Valleys road is closed after a three-car smash that left seven people injured.
The incident happened on the A465 near Gilwern at around 4.15pm.
A 42-year-old woman driver had to be cut free from her vehicle, a Renault Megane, and was taken to hospital with serious leg injuries.
A man and three teenagers also in the car were taken to hospital with minor injuries.
A 24-year-old woman driving a Citroen Saxo and the woman driver of the third vehicle, a Nissan Micra, were also taken to hospital, both suffering leg injuries.
Fire crews from Ebbw Vale and Abertillery attended the scene of the incident.
Gwent Police closed the A465 between Gilwern and the roundabout at Aberbaiden.
Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing.
Anyone with information can call Gwent Police on 01633 838111.
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