A serious collision on the M1 in Leicestershire prompted the closure of the northbound carriageway between Junction 20 (Lutterworth) and Junction 21 (M69, Leicester) on the morning of Sunday, June 28. The incident occurred shortly after 8am, leading to a full emergency response.
Emergency Services Respond
All emergency services were dispatched to the scene, including the Air Ambulance, according to National Highways. The air ambulance was deployed to provide rapid medical assistance at the crash site. National Highways confirmed that all traffic caught within the closure has been released, but warned that delays are to be expected as the motorway remains closed for investigation and recovery work.
Diversion and Impact
A diversion route was put in place to manage traffic flow. Motorists were advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes. The closure is expected to cause significant delays on surrounding roads. National Highways urged drivers to allow extra travel time and to check live traffic updates before setting off.
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