Traffic came to a standstill after a crash on the A35.
Emergency services were called to Bridport shortly before 4pm yesterday.
A crash, involving two vehicles, took place close to the Crown roundabout and recycling centre.
Police say there were minor injuries and road closures were put in place.
There were reports of traffic at a standstill in the town centre, Skilling and stretching back to Eype and the coast road.
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