All we know after M6 crash closes major motorway in both directions for hours

The M6 was shut in both directions this afternoon following a serious crash on the major motorway. The northbound and southbound carriageways were blocked[1] between J10A and J11 A460 Cannock[2]. Emergency services were called to the scene of the crash.

Highway bosses warned drivers to "avoid the area". Heavy traffic was reported following the collision. Trapped traffic on the northbound carriageway was being turned around.

What happened?

Motorists were told to expect 'major disruption' on the M6 today after a serious crash shut the major motorway for several hours. The incident happened between J10 and J11A late this morning, February 1. Drivers were told to avoid the area.

Was anyone injured?

It's not clear if anyone was injured in the crash, which was described as "serious", at this stage.

We contacted Staffordshire Police[4], the force leading the investigation, for more information but have not yet received response. Investigation work was being carried out at the scene. Heavy traffic was reported following the collision.

Is the M6 still closed?

No, the M6 has reopened in both directions.

The southbound carriageway reopened at around 3.30pm. The northbound carriageway reopened at around 4.30pm. National Highways said traffic was beginning to ease.

We have contacted Staffordshire Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service for comment.

References

1. ^ were blocked (www.birminghammail.co.uk)
2. ^ Cannock (www.birminghammail.co.uk)
3. ^ M6 closed live as drivers told 'avoid the area' after serious crash shuts motorway (www.birminghammail.co.uk)
4. ^ Staffordshire Police (www.birminghammail.co.uk)