Traffic gridlocked across Burnley after fatal road accident on M65 leaves one dead and four in hospital

By Sue Plunkett
Published 2nd Oct 2024, 10:09 BST
Updated 3rd Oct 2024, 11:55 BST
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Traffic across Burnley remains at a standstill this morning after a fatal accident on the M65 in the early hours of the morning.

Emergency services were called to a three vehicle collision at junction nine Burnley (West) Halifax just after 3-35am Five people were taken to hospital with ‘serious injuries.’ Police officers confirmed one person later died.

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Live updates after fatal crash closes M65 in both directions near Burnley

A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: “Our thoughts are with their loved ones at this incredibly distressing time, and they are being supported by officers.”

Traffic across Burnley remains at a standstill this morning after a fatal accident on the M65 in the early hours of the morning. The motorway is expected to be closed for some tme, according to a spokesman for Lancashire Police.Traffic across Burnley remains at a standstill this morning after a fatal accident on the M65 in the early hours of the morning. The motorway is expected to be closed for some tme, according to a spokesman for Lancashire Police.
Traffic across Burnley remains at a standstill this morning after a fatal accident on the M65 in the early hours of the morning. The motorway is expected to be closed for some tme, according to a spokesman for Lancashire Police.

The motorway remains closed in both directions from junction eight (Hapton interchange) to junction 10 (Burnley Barracks) which has caused traffic gridlock across parts of Burnley and Padiham and surrounding areas. Police have asked motorists to be patient and stay safe as the motorway is anticipated to be ‘closed for some time’ as ongoing accident investigation work continues.

Related topics:BurnleyTrafficM65HalifaxEmergency servicesPoliceLancashire Police

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