M5 Lane closure and 'minor disruption' following crash involving lorry and car

One lane has been closed on the Sandwell stretch following a collision.

West Midlands Roads has warned of a lane closure near Junction 1 of the M6, near the West Bromwich Island, on Kendrick Way, Sandwell, following a collision between a lorry and a car. 

The incident was first reported by the group at around 9.28am this morning, with the group warning of 'minor disruption' due to the collision.

On X, the group said: "M5, Junction 1, West Bromwich Island.

"Lane closure on motorway island, top of Kendrick Way. A collision between a car and a lorry. Minor Disruption."

It is unknown yet the severity of the incident; however, emergency services have been approached for more information.

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