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M1 delays after lorry crash near Derby | M1 delays after lorry crash near Derby |
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A crash involving a lorry and two cars has closed the part of the M1. | A crash involving a lorry and two cars has closed the part of the M1. |
Tailbacks of at least six miles (10.6 km) have formed since the smash near Derby at about 12:00 BST. | Tailbacks of at least six miles (10.6 km) have formed since the smash near Derby at about 12:00 BST. |
Highways England said the northbound carriageway was closed between junctions 24a, for Shardlow, and 25, for Derby, and warned of 75-minute delays. | Highways England said the northbound carriageway was closed between junctions 24a, for Shardlow, and 25, for Derby, and warned of 75-minute delays. |
Nottinghamshire Police said two people have been taken to hospital with injuries "believed to be serious". | |
The M1 is due to open again "soon", said police, and Highways England said trapped traffic is being released. | |
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