Multi-vehicle crash on M6 near Wednesbury causes delays

There are 20-minute delays on the M6 following a multi-vehicle crash near Wednesbury.

One lane of the M6 was closed earlier this evening (6pm, August 1) following a collision near Junction 9 southbound for Wednesbury.

Traffic officers and a recovery vehicle attended the scene and there were 40-minute delays on approach, according to National Highways.

The lane has since re-opened, as of 7pm, and traffic is starting to ease. However, some delays remain.

A National Highways spokesperson said: “All lanes have reopened on the M6 southbound at J9 (Wednesbury) following a multi vehicle collision.

“There are residual delays of around 20 minutes on the approach. Have a safe onward journey.”

Emergency services have been contacted for a comment.