The major motorway is closed between Leicester and Markfield due to a police led incident.

By Sam Ormiston, Assistant News Editor

06:25, Fri, Mar 22, 2024 | UPDATED: 06:26, Fri, Mar 22, 2024

The M1 is closed in both directions this morning due to a police led incident.

Emergency services are currently at the scene, with closures in place between J22 (Markfield) and J21A (Leicester) on the major UK motorway.

The road is expected to remain closed for a number of hours into the morning peak, according to the National Highways website.

Traffic Officers are also in attendance assisting with traffic management.

Express.co.uk has contacted the emergency services for further information.

THIS IS A LIVE BLOG... FOLLOW BELOW FOR LIVE UPDATES...

The M1 is closed in both directions due to a police incident

The M1 is closed in both directions due to a police incident (Image: Traffic Cameras)

6 mins ago06:25 Sam Ormiston

Welcome to our live coverage

Good morning and welcome to our live coverage of this incident.

The Express.co.uk team will be bringing you live updates after police were forced to close the M1 during rush hour.

Invalid email

We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info