Live M1 updates as lorry leaves carriageway near junction 22 after crash
Two lanes of the M1 have been closed after a lorry left the carriageway after a crash. The collision has occurred on Saturday morning, August 25 near junction 22.
National Highways have stated lanes one and two have been closed heading southbound – but traffic is moving well despite the disruption. The lanes have been closed while recovery takes place.
National Highways said in a statement: “Lanes 1 and 2 (of 3) are closed on the #M1[1] southbound between J22 and J21A near #Leicester[2] due to a collision involving a lorry that has left the carriageway.
“The lanes are closed for recovery and nearside barrier repairs. Traffic flowing well past the scene at this time.” This is a live event and you can follow the latest updates on this breaking incident down below.
References
- ^ #M1 (twitter.com)
- ^ #Leicester (twitter.com)