The crash involving two cars occurred on the A41 at just before 11.15am.

A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said:

“The driver of one car, a woman believed to be on her 50’s, suffered serious leg injuries and was trapped in the vehicle. The woman received emergency treatment at the scene, including pain relief and her condition was stabilised.

“She was then extricated from the car with the assistance of the fire service. She was trapped for around 45 minutes.”

“Once released the woman was airlifted to University Hospital North Staffordshire Major Trauma unit for further assessment and emergency treatment.

“Thankfully, the woman’s injuries were not considered life threatening.

“The man driving the second vehicle was checked over at the scene but did not require further treatment.”

Two ambulances, a paramedic officer, and the Midlands Air Ambulance from Cosford with a Medic on board attended the scene.