M65 near Preston remains closed for repairs after overnight crash

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M65 near Preston remains closed for repairs after overnight crash

Posted on - 15th May, 2025 - 7:08am | Author - Ed Walker | Posted in - Chorley News, Hoghton, Preston News, Roads, South Ribble News, Transport [2][3][4][5][6][7][8]

The M65 is closed after a crash overnight between Junction 3 and Junction 2 Pic: Google

Motorists heading to Preston on the M65 are being warned of a motorway closure. The M65 has been closed between Junction 3 (Hoghton) and Junction 2 (for the M61 at Walton Summit) since around 3am. Both lanes are closed and Traffic England is reporting the closure will last until around 10am.

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The M65 closure is due to a crash. A police spokesperson said: "The carriageway is still closed this morning whilst repairs are carried out following a crash. "Many thanks for your patience."

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