September 20, 14:53, Traffic accident, Karlstad

Two passenger cars have collided on E18 in Karlstad near Sandbäcken. Several people are affected, the extent of the damage is unknown.

Traffic will be severely affected. The accident occurred in an eastbound direction.

Updated 15:20:

The accident is a so-called "kitchen sink" where a car was rear-ended. SOS reports that up to six people are affected. There is no information on the extent of the damage or whether anyone needed medical care. Police and ambulance are on the scene.

Updated 15:33:

One of the drivers, a man in his mid-20s, has been reported for not maintaining a safe distance from the preceding vehicle. A warning has been issued on the spot.

There is congestion in a lane passing by the accident site at the moment.

Updated 15:37:

Police are clear of the scene, traffic is flowing, but there is still congestion.