M62 closed in both directions after a ‘serious incident’

The closure was between junctions 24 and 23, with motorists warned to expect lengthy delays. West Yorkshire[1] Police said: "Due to a serious incident on the network the M62 is closed in both directions J24 - J23. This closure will be in place for some time.

"Please find alternative routes. Thank you for your patience." Traffic alerts reported: "M62 both ways closed, queueing traffic due to police incident from J24 A629 (Ainley Top) to J23 A640 New Hey Road (Huddersfield).

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"Congestion to just before J25 (Brighouse) in the westbound direction. Ongoing since around 18:35. "An air ambulance is on scene."

In an update at around 8.05pm, National Highways said: "The M62 in West Yorkshire has re-opened in both directions between J23 and J24 following West Yorkshire Police led serious incident. "Thank you for your patience, please have a safe onward journey." West Yorkshire Police said: "The M62 at junctions 23-24 is now fully re open in both directions.

"Thank you."

References

  1. ^ Yorkshire (www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk)