The M11 in London is closed northbound between junction 5 at Loughton and junction 6 at Epping following a crash this evening. Traffic was held shortly after 8pm, and all northbound lanes have been shut while emergency services work at the scene.
Three miles of congestion
Drivers heading north are facing queues stretching back for three miles, with delays of around an hour. National Highways said: “The road is now closed following a collision. All emergency services are on scene. There are 60 minute delays and 3 miles of congestion on the approach.”
Emergency response and updates
Metro has contacted the police and ambulance service for comment. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.