M1 traffic stopped after crash on motorway heading out of Leeds

Highways England is warning drivers to expect traffic on the way out of Leeds after a crash on the M1.
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All traffic has been stopped on the M1 southbound, at Junction 42 for Lofthouse to Junction 41 for Carr Gate, near East Ardsley.

Traffic has been stopped due to a crash on the motorway.

A spokesman for Highways England said: "M1 southbound J42 #Lofthouse to J41 #CarrGate. Traffic is currently stopped due to a collision. #TrafficOfficers on scene."

Drivers are also experiencing delays on other parts of the M1 after a serious crash in South Yorkshire.