Leeds M1 crash: Police close four lanes of motorway after accident

Police have closed four lanes of the M1 motorway in Leeds as they deal with a crash.
By Daniel Sheridan
Published 2nd Dec 2020, 16:25 BST
Updated 2nd Dec 2020, 16:50 BST
Watch more of our videos on Shots! 
and live on Freeview channel 276
Visit Shots! now

Traffic officers and the Roads Policing Unit are on the scene between J42 and J43 - with traffic building on the carriageway.

A single lane has been left open to allow traffic to pass, however - according to the AA - the average speed is now 5mph on the road.

'Severe delays' have been reported by the AA.

Drivers have been warned to avoid the area cc AADrivers have been warned to avoid the area cc AA
Drivers have been warned to avoid the area cc AA

Drivers have been warned to avoid the area.

Hide Ad
Hide Ad

West Yorkshire Police said: "Police were called to reports of a road traffic collision on the M1 at 342pm today.

"Emergency services remain at the scene and recovery vehicles are on route to the incident."

More to follow.

Support the YEP and become a subscriber today. Enjoy unlimited access to local news and the latest on Leeds United, With a digital subscription, you see fewer ads, enjoy faster load times, and get access to exclusive newsletters and content. Click here to subscribe.