One lane of Goonoo Goonoo Road in Tamworth closed after car hits powerpole

Police have blocked the southbound lanes of the road, near the intersection of Gipps Street, after a white hatchback slammed into the light pole, which is laying across the roadway.

Paramedics are assessing a man at the scene and fire crews and police are also on scene.

Energy crews have also arrived and shut off power.

Motorists are being urged to avoid the area with delays in place.

More to come.