Skip to content

M1 closed in both directions following crash

Jude WinterEast Midlands
News imageNational Highways M1 Junction 20 is pictured, with queueing traffic on one side of the roadNational Highways
The M1 in Leicestershire was closed in both directions on Friday

A section of the M1 in Leicestershire remains closed in both directions following a serious crash.

National Highways said a stretch of the motorway was shut between junction 21, for the M69, and junction 20 at Lutterworth, following a two-vehicle crash involving a car and a van, at 13:35 BST on Friday.

Emergency services, including an air ambulance, have been sent to the scene, National Highways added.

Motorists are being advised to avoid the area and diversions are now in place.

News imageNational Highways M1 Junction 20. Cars can be seen at standstill on one side of the road.National Highways
The closure has led to long delays for motorists

Listen to BBC Radio Leicester on Sounds and follow BBC Leicester on Facebook, on X, or on Instagram. Send your story ideas to eastmidsnews@bbc.co.uk or via WhatsApp on 0808 100 2210.

Related internet links