80-minute delays on M5 following crash involving three cars and van

Motorists have been warned of 80-minute delays on the M5 following a multi-vehicle crash.

Emergency services are reportedly at the scene of a crash between three cars and a van on the northbound Worcestershire stretch of the motorway between Junction 5 and Junction 4A.

National Highways issued a warning at around 6.25pm warning of lengthy delays and six miles of congestion following the incident which occurred shortly after 5.30pm.

A spokesperson for National Highways said: “The M5 northbound in Worcestershire is closed between J5 Droitwich & J4A Bromsgrove due to a serious collision involving 3 cars & a van.

“Emergency services & Traffic Officers are working on scene. Current delays of up to 80 minutes on approach, with 6 miles of congestion.”

Motorists have been advised to follow the diversion route, which is as follows:

• Exit the M5 at J5 and take the third exit onto the A38 northbound.
• Continue on the A38 to the M5 J4 via M42 J1.
• Take the third exit to rejoin the M5 northbound at J4.

For further information, visit the National Highways website or call their 24/7 helpline on 0300 123 5000.

Emergency services have been contacted for a comment.