The M5 motorway has been closed in both directions following a police incident near junction 12 in Gloucestershire. Traffic has come to a standstill as officers from Gloucestershire Constabulary deal with the situation.
Highways England traffic cameras show a near-empty motorway in both directions near junction 11A. The force is expected to release a statement shortly.
In addition, one lane is closed and traffic is slow on the M5 southbound between junction 11A for the A417 and junction 12 for the B4008 due to a broken-down vehicle. Lane three of three is closed for recovery work.
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Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
