M62 Leeds: Motorway reopens after major closures following police incident near bridge

A police incident has shut the M62 motorway near Leeds in both directions.

The M62 in West Yorkshire is closed in both directions between junction 29 (Lofthouse Interchange / M1) and junction 30 (Rothwell) due to a police incident.

Emergency services including West Yorkshire Police are in attendance.

National Highways Traffic Officers are also on scene assisting with traffic management.

Follow our live blog below and refresh for all the latest updates...

Celebrating 135 years of telling Leeds' stories
Follow us
© 2026 Iconic Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved.Cookie SettingsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy notice