Section of M65 closed reopens after serious collision

The incident happened yesterday.

Author: Tom FeahenyPublished 4th Feb 2024

A section of motorway between junctions 7 and 8 on the M65 were closed yesterday after a serious collision.

Three lanes were shut while emergency services attended the scene.

Writing on its X account, National Highways North West said: "The M65 in Lancashire is CLOSED eastbound between J7 (Accrington) and J8 (Hapton) due to a serious collision involving a car.

"All emergency services including an air ambulance are in attendance. More information to follow shortly."

The motorway operator announced a few hours later the road had reopened.