AN ACCIDENT that closed a busy road in Newport left a car on top of another car.

Police were left confused when they turned up to an accident on Barrack Hill in Newport where one car was on top of another.

Emergency services, including an air ambulance, attended the incident and police say a man has suffered 'significant' injuries.

A Gwent Police spokesman said: "Gwent Police were called at approximately 3:07pm on June 16 to reports of an RTC on Barrack Hill near Harlequin Roundabout, Newport.

"Officers attended the scene and are currently dealing with a two vehicle collision.

"One man has been injured who has suffered significant spinal and head injuries.

"Officers are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to call Gwent Police on 101 quoting log number 309, 16.6.2016."