Police are appealing for witnesses to a collision which led to a section of the M6 being closed for a significant period of time on Monday into Tuesday morning this week.
Police were contacted shortly before 3:45am on Monday (11th August) following a collision on the M6 between Southwaite Services and junction 42.
The collision, involved two HGVs and a car and led to both carriageways being closed resulting in significant disruption.
One of the HGV drivers suffered a minor injury, with no other injuries reported.
Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision and if they have any relevant dashcam footage.
Anyone with information relating to this incident can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it , quoting incident number 18 of 11 August 2025. You can also phone 101.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
A spokesperson for Cumbria Police said "Officers would like to thank members of the public for their assistance at the scene of the collision and for the patience shown following the motorway closure".
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