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M5 traffic stopped after Gloucestershire crash

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M5 traffic stopped after Gloucestershire crash

Summary

Traffic was stopped on the M5 in Gloucestershire following reports of a crash. All traffic was held northbound between Cheltenham and Tewkesbury this afternoon (Friday, October 16). Traffic cameras showed long queues formed in the area.

Details

Traffic monitor Inrix reported: “All traffic being temporarily held and stationary traffic due to accident on M5 Northbound between J10 A4019 (Cheltenham) and J9 A46 (Tewkesbury). Southbound traffic has been released, northbound remains held.” We will keep you updated with our live blog below. Send us information or pictures if it is safe to do so here .


Report source: Gloucestershire Live

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