The M60 motorway is closed near Prestwich at junction 17 as a police incident brings traffic to a halt.
Motorway shut at junction 17
Traffic cameras show gridlocked conditions on the stretch of motorway, with drivers facing severe delays. The closure has been described as a major police incident, though further details have not yet been released.
Expect significant delays
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes while the incident is dealt with. Updates are expected as more information becomes available.
