M61 southbound
Two lanes have been closed on the M61 due to an accident.
It has been closed southbound between junction eight in Chorley to junction six near De Havilland Way, Horwich.
This is due to a collision with traffic officers and Lancashire road police currently at the scene.
More to follow.
The #M61 southbound #J8 (#Chorley #A674 #A6) to #BoltonWest/RivingtonServices (#Rivington #Blackrod) 2 lanes have been closed due to a collision. Traffic Officers & @LancsRoadPolice are currently at scene, Recovery are on their way to the area to assist.
— Highways England (@HighwaysNWEST) February 8, 2021
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