Emergency services called to crash on M6 near Preston

Delays are reported on the M6 following a crash, say police.

The accident happened at around 7.30am on Tuesday at junction 31 on the exit slip road of the southbound carriageway.

The accident happened at junction 31 for Preston on the southbound carriageway.placeholder image
The accident happened at junction 31 for Preston on the southbound carriageway.

Police say a blue Ford Mondeo hit the central reservation.

Lanes were closed for a short time while emergency services dealt with the incident.

Drivers are advised to approach the area with caution.

All lanes have been re-opened.

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