One Killed in M6 Crash: Lorry Overturns
A tragic incident occurred on the M6 motorway this morning, resulting in the death of one person. The accident involved a lorry that overturned, causing significant disruption to traffic.
Details of the Incident
Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 8:00 am following reports of a serious collision on the M6 northbound between junctions 11 and 12. Upon arrival, they discovered a heavy goods vehicle had overturned, blocking all lanes.
Sadly, the driver of the lorry was pronounced dead at the scene. No other vehicles were involved in the incident, and no other injuries were reported.
Traffic Disruption and Investigation
The incident caused significant disruption to traffic on the M6 northbound, with long delays building up in both directions. Highways England closed the affected stretch of motorway to allow emergency services to deal with the situation and for the lorry to be recovered.
The police are currently investigating the cause of the accident. They are appealing to any witnesses who may have seen the incident to come forward with information.
Condolences and Safety Reminders
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased driver. This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety. We encourage all drivers to take extra care, particularly on busy motorways.
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