A tow truck driver was left feeling embarrassed after a van it had picked up got wedged under a low bridge.
The cherry picker vehicle was on the back of a recovery lorry
An arm on top of the van struck the five-metre-tall bridge and it became wedged.
The road in Dronfield, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire was forced to close for the rescue mission on Saturday night, August 19.
The van has since been towed away.
Thankfully, nobody was harmed during the accident.
Network Rail checked the bridge for structural damage but found none.
A Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “Thankfully nobody was hurt and there is no structural damage to the bridge or railway line.
However, it’s definitely a reminder to pay attention to low bridge warnings
“Thanks to Dronfield Arms staff for the brews while we waited for recovery in the rain and for everyone’s patience while the road and paths were closed off.”
The brigade spokesperson added: “For those wondering how?
“The van was on the back of a recovery truck and the cherry picker arm struck the bridge and it became wedged.”
Locals were left in stitches at the unfortunate event.”
Andy Dobson said: “Dronfield what a place.”
Raychel Devine said: “How?”
”Wondered what all the tea cups and mugs were outside Dronfield Arms this morning, “ said Richard Ironside.
Jason Halliday said: “How the hell has that happened.”
