The Knowsley Expressway has been shut in both directions following a crash involving five vehicles this morning (Tuesday, October 20). Police were told of the collision at around 8am on the stretch of road near the Netherley Road bridge.
Road closed on both sides
A road closure is currently in place on both sides of the Expressway, and motorists have been urged to avoid the route while emergency services deal with the incident.
Traffic building on the M57
The Knowsley Expressway is an important road which connects Halewood and Widnes to the M62 at junction six and M57 at junction one. Traffic cameras from the M57 show long queues building.
Live updates on the incident are being provided in a live blog.
