M6 traffic LIVE: Motorway closed after 'serious' crash involving pedestrian in Cheshire
# M6 Traffic LIVE: Motorway Shut Down Following Serious Collision Involving Pedestrian in Cheshire
The M6 motorway is currently closed due to a serious incident involving a pedestrian that occurred in Cheshire earlier today. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene where significant traffic delays have been reported.
The collision unfolded around midday between Junction 16 and Junction 17 in the direction of Sandbach. According to reports, the southbound carriageway was immediately shut to allow emergency responders to manage the situation effectively.
Authorities, including local police and paramedics, are on-site tending to the individual who was struck. The extent of the pedestrian's injuries has not yet been disclosed, but they are reportedly serious. Witnesses at the scene described the chaotic atmosphere following the crash.
North West Motorway Police emphasized the need for caution, urging drivers to avoid the area and seek alternative routes to prevent further congestion. Traffic monitoring services are advising motorists to expect extended delays as investigations into the accident continue.
While specific details about the circumstances surrounding the crash are still emerging, the incident raises serious concerns about pedestrian safety on major roads. Witnesses are encouraged to come forward with any information that could assist police inquiries.