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Serious M5 crash closes motorway in both directions

Traffic on the M5 (file image)
Traffic on the M5 (file image) (PA Wire)
  • The M5 motorway is currently closed in both directions between junctions 20 (Clevedon) and 21 (Weston-super-Mare) in Somerset.
  • The closure is a result of a serious police-led incident, which occurred at approximately 23:05 last night.
  • Emergency services, including Avon and Somerset Police and the ambulance service, attended the scene.
  • The motorway has remained closed overnight for ongoing investigation and clear-up work.
  • Motorists are advised to follow diversion routes, with the closures anticipated to be removed before peak times this morning.

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