M621 traffic delays: Congestion eases as woman on bridge is taken to safety

A woman who was spotted on a bridge over the M621 has been taken to safety.
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Traffic was held up for several hours this morning (Wednesday) while emergency services dealt with the incident, which started at around 8am.

The road was closed in both directions between junction seven at Stourton and junction four at Hunslet, leading to around four miles of stationary traffic.

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Traffic was diverted via other local roads by emergency services at scene.

The M621.The M621.
The M621.

A West Yorkshire Police spokeswoman said at noon: "The incident has concluded safely and roads are reopening."

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