THE M6 has been closed by police over a “very serious incident”; with drivers facing lengthy delays.
The major motorway is closed for a “police-led incident”; between Junction 6 (Gravelly Hill/Aston) and Junction 8 (M5).
A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: “We are at the scene of a very serious incident on the M6 and the motorway is currently closed Northbound between Junction 7 and Junction 8.
“It is closed Northbound between Junction 7 at Great Barr Interchange and Junction 8 at the M5.
“Road closures are expected to be in place for some time, and drivers are advised to find alternative routes.”;
A spokesman for Highways England added: “The M6 in the West Midlands is closed northbound between J6 (Gravelly Hill/Aston) and J8 (M5) due to a Police led Incident.
“Emergency Services including West Midlands Police are on scene.
“National Highways Traffic Officers are in attendance assisting with traffic management.
“Police investigation work is in its final stages. Once complete carriageway clearance will take place and then the road can be reopen.”;
