M6 closed following serious collision

Shortly after 8am on Tuesday 7 September police were called to reports of a collision on the M6.

The incident on the northbound carriageway near to Sandbach involves a

HGV which has collided with a bridge. One person is believed to have sustained serious injuries.

As a result of the incident the northbound carriageway is currently closed  between junctions 17 (Sandbach) and 18 (Middlewich).

The closure is expected to remain in place for several hours.

Local diversion are place but there are long delays and members of the public are advised to avoid the area if possible.

Updates will be provided when available.