Crash involving three vehicles forces lane closures on M1 in Northamptonshire

There are long delays being reported on the M1 approaching Northampton today (Monday) following a crash.
By Alice Dyer
Published 18th Feb 2019, 12:11 BST
Updated 18th Feb 2019, 13:15 BST
Three vehicles were involved in the collision, according to HighwaysThree vehicles were involved in the collision, according to Highways
Three vehicles were involved in the collision, according to Highways

Just after midday Highways England confirmed there had been a collision involving three vehicles on the southbound stretch between junction 17 (Dunchurch) and junction 16 (Northampton).

Two lanes are currently closed.

Just before 1pm @HighwaysEMIDS said: "Emergency services are now on scene. Recovery have managed to remove some vehicles, however some are still in situ."

Traffic is queueing back for several miles.

UPDATE: The scene is now clear and all vehicles are out of live lane and all lanes are reopened. Congestion still remains in the area.

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