A lorry driver who crashed into the central reservation of the A34 last week has now left hospital.

The major commuter route was brought to a standstill after the lorry left the road near Abingdon.

It happened at around 7am on Tuesday, October 3, close to the Abingdon junction, with both northbound and southbound lanes closed between Kennington and Abingdon following the crash.

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National Highways officers and contractors assisted with traffic management and emergency services, including police and Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service went to the scene.

Emergency barrier repairs lasted into the afternoon.

Police have confirmed the driver was discharged from hospital on Sunday, October 8.