The M61 motorway in Better Manchester faces main disruptions this morning after a police-led incident prompted a full closure of the southbound carriageway between junction 5 (Westhoughton and Bolton) and junction 4 (A6).
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Authorities have stopped all northbound visitors between junctions 4 and 5. Emergency companies stay on the scene, and the A579 St Helens Street can also be closed. Heavy queues stretch alongside each carriageways throughout rush hour.
Official Replace
Nationwide Highways shared the next on X: “The #M61 in #GreaterManchester is closed southbound between J5 (#Westhoughton/ #Bolton) and J4 (#A6) attributable to a Police led incident. Site visitors is stopped northbound between J4 and J5. Emergency companies are in attendance. Extra info to comply with. Thanks to your endurance.”
Motorists ought to anticipate ongoing delays and search various routes. Additional particulars will emerge because the scenario develops.

