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M1 Motorway closed in South Yorkshire after crash M1 Motorway closed in South Yorkshire after pedestrian hit
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The M1 motorway has been closed in South Yorkshire by a serious crash. The M1 has been closed in South Yorkshire after a vehicle hit a pedestrian, according to police.
The southbound carriageway has been disrupted between J36 at Tankersley and J35A at Stocksbridge since 05:40 GMT. The southbound carriageway between J36 at Tankersley and J35A at Stocksbridge was shut following the crash at about 05:30 GMT.
Traffic stuck between the junctions is being turned around and there is about 0.6 miles (1km) of traffic to be turned round, said Highways England. Traffic stuck between the junctions had all been turned around by about 09:00 GMT, said Highways England.
Traffic is being diverted off the motorway via the A61 and A616, drivers are expected to face disruption and longer journey times. The road is expected to remain closed for some time, said South Yorkshire Police.
Traffic is currently queuing about 5 miles (8km) back to J38 Haigh, said Highways England. No details of injuries have yet been released.
Traffic is being diverted off the motorway via the A61 and A616. Motorists are advised to plan their route and avoid the area if possible.
Traffic was queuing about 5 miles (8km) back to J38 Haigh, said Highways England.
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