M1 crash: Crash near Leeds shuts motorway as traffic temporarily stopped

Traffic was temporarily stopped this morning after a crash on the M1.

The M1 was closed this morning between J42 (M62) and J44 (Rothwell) after a crash.

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All lanes have now reopened but residual delays remain up to Junction 39 (A636) and on surrounding roads.

A crash has closed the M1 on J42 and J43.placeholder image
A crash has closed the M1 on J42 and J43.

A statement from National Highways said: “All lanes have now reopened on the #M1 northbound between J42 (#M62) and J44 (#Rothwell). Be aware delays remain in the area, as mentioned in aforementioned Tweet. Please allow extra time for your journey if travelling in the area.”

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