NINE people were injured on Monday after a two-vehicle crash involving a coach and a vehicle.

The A48 in Chepstow was closed on Monday afternoon after the incident, which took place near to St Pierre Golf Club.

The driver of the car, a 72-year-old woman, was taken to the Royal Gwent Hospital. Police say her injuries are not considered to be life threatening or life changing.

Eight passengers from the coach were meanwhile taken to Nevill Hall and The Royal Gwent Hospital with minor injuries.

Following the incident the road was closed between Highbeech Roundabout and Parkwall Roundabout.

A spokesperson from Gwent Police said: “At approximately 3.45pm yesterday, Monday 3rd September, Gwent Police received a report of a two vehicle RTC involving a car and coach on the A48, near to St Pierre Golf Club in Chepstow.

“Officers, along with South Wales Fire and Rescue and Welsh Ambulance Service attended the scene.”

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is asked to call Gwent Police on 101 quoting log number 322 03/09/18.