VIDEO: Traffic trapped on M62 after four HGV smash closes Leeds motorway

Traffic is stopped on the M62 motorway in Leeds after four lorries collided.
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-> Four HGVs crash and person trapped after four lorry crash on M62 motorwayEmergency services have been called out and delays are expected after a multi vehicle smash on the M62 motorway.

The M62 Eastbound is closed between Junction 29 Leeds and Junction 30 Wakefield.

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Traffic has been stopped on the motorway and cars are being turned around by police.

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The cause is believed to be a collision between four lorries.

West Yorkshire Fire Service said: "Road traffic collision involving 4 HGV’s. 1 person trapped fire service personnel completing extrication. Police and ambulance on scene."

A spokesman for Highways England said: "All emergency services are en route to the scene. "Please seek an alternative route and allow extra time for your journey this afternoon."

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