The M1 southbound in Derbyshire is closed between J28 Pinxton Interchange (Derby A38, Matlock (A615)) and J27 Friezeland Interchange (Heanor, Hucknall A608) due to a serious collision.
UPDATED: 11am
Closure of M1 south J28-J27 causing severe delays of 75+ minutes between J29 and J28. If you can use an alternative route please consider doing so. Our officers and emergency services continue to work at the scene of the collision working to get the motorway re-opened.
Officers from Derbyshire Police, units from Derbyshire Fire & Rescue, paramedics from East Midlands Ambulance and Air Ambulance are on scene. National Highways Traffic Officers are also assisting in traffic management.
A diversion is available:
Exit at J28 and take the A38 south towards Derby
At Little Eaton roundabout exit on to the A61 towards Derby
At The Pentagon Roundabout take the A52 eastbound
Remain on the A52 eastbound to re-join the M1 at J25
Road users intending on travelling on this section of M1 are advised to allow additional time for their journey.
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