M1 and M6 traffic updates live as crash leaves lorry hanging over …

A lorry has been left hanging over a bridge after a dramatic early morning crash. The incident happened on the M1 southbound, which is currently closed, as is the part of the M6 which runs underneath. This is so that emergency bridge repairs can be carried out.

The M1 southbound is closed between Lutterworth and the Catthorpe Interchange. There is currently four miles of queues on the approach to M1 and closures on the M6 as it joins the A14 under Junction 19 of the interchange. The lorry is hanging over the bridge where the roads meet at J19 which struck the bridge barrier and comes to rest hanging over the A14.

All emergency services and recovery contractors are currently at the scene. Motorists are advised to find alternative routes and avoid the area completely if possible. This is a live blog.

Follow the latest updates on this incident below.