M62 Leeds: Motorway reopens near Birstall and Gildersome following 'concern for safety' police incident
By Charles Gray
Published 19th Sep 2024, 15:19 GMT
The M62 near Leeds was closed in both directions due to a police incident.
The motorway was closed in both directions this afternoon (Thursday) around junction 27 for Birstall and Gildersome.
West Yorkshire Police have said that this was due to a “concern for safety incident” but that it was resolved and the road was reopened.
Motorists were advised to find an alternative route while it was ongoing.
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