M3 remains closed after serious crash where person trapped in car

By Steve Deeks
Published 8th Jun 2024, 12:34 BST
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A person was left trapped in their car with serious injuries after a crash resulted in a section of the M3 being closed.

Drivers are warned to avoid the roadDrivers are warned to avoid the road
Drivers are warned to avoid the road

The crash happened just after 9am this morning at junction 8 southbound and involved one car. The road remains blocked between junction 8 and 9 with the trapped person now released by fire crews.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "Police were called at 9.09am this morning to reports of a collision at junction 8 of the M3 southbound. The collision involved one vehicle and one person has suffered serious injuries.”

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Police, posting on social media, added: “The M3 southbound between junctions 8 and 9 is currently closed while we deal with a serious collision. Diversions are in place but please avoid the area if you can. We will update you once the road has been re-opened.”

For more information on diversions visit nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/travel-alerts/m3-hampshire-westbound-collision-carriageway-closed-between-j8-and-j9/

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