An occupant of a car was rushed to hospital after a crash left two vehicles badly damaged. 

Emergency services attended Lechlade Road on the outskirts of Faringdon at around 7.20pm on Saturday (March 4).

The driver of each vehicle was assessed at the scene and one was taken to hospital by the South Central Ambulance Service after being freed from the car.

A statement from Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service warned about the dangers of swerving to avoid animals following the crash.

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It said: "Crew manager Hill stressed the importance of maintaining concentration whilst driving at night and to try and avoid moving across lanes if animals are in the road."

Oxford Mail:

Crews from Faringdon, Abingdon and Fairford Fire Station attended along with Thames Valley Police, who have been contacted for comment.

Oxford Mail: The fire service has released pictures showing the extent of the damageThe fire service has released pictures showing the extent of the damage (Image: Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service)