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A stretch of the M1 has been closed in both directions due to a ‘police incident’. The motorway is shut between junction 22 (Coalville/Leicester) and junction 21a (Leicester).
Leicestershire Police issued a statement advising drivers to take alternative routes. Officers said: “Road closure – M1 between J22 and J21A in both directions. 11am. Please be advised that the above road is closed due to a police incident.
“Please find alternative routes – updates will follow. Thank you for your patience.” Highways bosses confirmed traffic had been stopped on the northbound carriageway.
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“Traffic has been stopped on the M1 northbound between J21A and J22 near Leicester due to a collision. Please allow extra time if travelling in area,” National Highways: East Midlands said on Twitter. This is a live breaking news incident. Follow our live blog for updates.
The emergency services were called to a crash on a busy city road. Officers were called to Douglas Road, Radford, shortly after 8am on Sunday (May 8).The incident involved two cars, Nottinghamshire Police said. And the road is now clear. A spokesman for the force confirmed that no injuries had been reported. No further delays are expected. The incident was also reported to Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service. A crew […]
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