Overturned truck caused rush hour traffic chaos on M6

Two lanes were closed on the M6, between junction 32 and junction 33. A picture, posted by Craig Richardson, showed an overturned vehicle. The truck overturned, coming to rest on the central reservation barrier.

Overturned vehicle on M6 (Image: Craig Richardson) Police have been approached for more details about the incident and asked if any injuries were reported. The crash caused traffic chaos, with delays of at least two hours and six miles of traffic, during rush hour. At around 7am, police issued a further update and said all lanes are now back open.

A spokesperson for National Highways said: "On the M6 between junctions 33 and 32, we have two lanes closed southbound and one closed northbound. Traffic on M6 (Image: National Highways) "This is following a collision between a car and a van that was towing a tuck on a trailer.

"The truck overturned, coming to rest on the central reservation barrier. Recovery is en route but having to come through heavy traffic. "We have nine miles of congestion southbound and six miles northbound."

A police spokesperson said: "We let you know earlier that lanes two and three between junctions 32 and 33 of the M6 had closed due to a road traffic collision.

"We can now let you know that the road is open for you to travel.

"Thank you again for your patience, and drive safely on your onward journeys."