All lanes reopen after crash shuts part of M1 in Derbyshire

Part of the M1 in Derbyshire was closed after a crash this morning.

By Michael Broomhead

Published 11th Jul 2021, 08:16 BST

Updated 11th Jul 2021, 09:10 BST

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The motorway was shut southbound between Tibshelf Services and junction 28, for Matlock, at around 8am.

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A Highways England spokesperson said the collision involved an overturned vehicle.

The M1. Picture for illustrative purposes only.

The M1. Picture for illustrative purposes only.

At around 9am, officials confirmed all lanes had been reopened.

It is not known if anyone was injured in the incident.

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