Chaos on M5 amid rush hour - lanes closed with four miles of congestion

Four miles of congestion

A broken down vehicle is causing chaos northbound between Junction 8 and 7 during rush hour this evening.

National Highways West Midlands said lane closures are in place. Delays are in excess of 40 minutes on the approach with four miles of congestion.

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