Heavy delays following multiple-vehicle crash on M6
Drivers experienced heavy delays following a multiple-vehicle collision on the M6.
National Highways warned of 4.5 miles of congestion between Junction 3 of the M6 northbound (Coventry) and Junction 3A (M42), following a collision which involved multiple vehicles.
The incident took place at around 8.50am and saw emergency services and traffic officers rush to the scene – the scene has since been cleared and all lanes are now open.
National Highways announced the incident on Twitter, writing: "Traffic is stopped on the #M6 northbound between J3 (#Coventry) and J3A (#M42) due to a multi-vehicle collision.
"Emergency services and traffic officers are on the scene. There is approximately 3.5 miles of congestion on approach so please allow additional journey time."
The incident has since been cleared, with all four lanes re-opening, but drivers are still warned to expect delays as the congestion clears.
Emergency services have been approached for comment.
