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M-way stretch closed after crash M-way stretch closed after crash
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The M4 has been closed in both directions in the Newport area following a crash.The M4 has been closed in both directions in the Newport area following a crash.
The eastbound carriageway has been shut at junction 28 (Tredegar House) to junction 24 (Coldra).The eastbound carriageway has been shut at junction 28 (Tredegar House) to junction 24 (Coldra).
The westbound closed between junction 24 (Coldra) and junction 26 (Malpas Road).The westbound closed between junction 24 (Coldra) and junction 26 (Malpas Road).
Police are investigating the cause of the crash which is thought to have involved a fatality. The road is expected to be reopened at 1100 GMT. Police are investigating the cause of the crash at 0440 GMT which involved a lorry and a car. The road is expected to be reopened at 1100 GMT.
No further details are available. One man has been taken to hospital.
The stretch of road affected is one of the busiest in south Wales although traffic is believed to be light.The stretch of road affected is one of the busiest in south Wales although traffic is believed to be light.
Diversions are in place via the A48.Diversions are in place via the A48.