M1 Barnsley J37: Queues after motorway is closed in both directions with police on the scene

By David Kessen

Published 21st Feb 2024, 13:41 BST

Updated 21st Feb 2024, 17:25 BST

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M1 closed due to police incident near Barnsley, say highways bosses

A police incident closed the M1 motorway in both directions near Barnsley, earlier today

National Highways issued a warning over the incident at 1.16pm this afternoon, confirming police were on the scene.

They later announced it was re-opening, although they added that the queues would take time to disappear.

They said in a statement: "The M1 between J37 (Pogmore) and J38 (Bretton) is currently blocked in both directions due to a police-led incident.

"South Yorkshire Police remain working on scene. There are delays of at least 15 minutes on approach.".

Police National Highways

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