Traffic on the M60 motorway faced disruptions this morning due to a police incident, causing delays for commuters during rush hour. The motorway shut down in both directions between junction 6 in Sale and junction 8 in Carrington, as Greater Manchester Police responded to a “concern for welfare incident.”
Following the incident, authorities safely removed a man from the M60, who is now under medical care. The motorway has since reopened between junctions 6 and 8, with the police thanking the public for their cooperation.
Bus services were affected by the closure, with average delays of 40 minutes reported. The Bee Network announced bus ticket acceptance on selected Metrolink services to help mitigate the disruptions caused by the incident.
Drivers were advised to expect delays of at least an hour around Junctions 6 and 8 of the M60 following its closure. National Highways mentioned ongoing delays but anticipated the traffic situation to improve soon.
The M60 has reopened in both directions between Junctions 6 and 8, with delays still expected to clear. The closure was in response to a police-led incident related to a concern for welfare, and traffic conditions are gradually returning to normal.
Services on various bus routes have experienced delays, and Greater Manchester Police continue to manage the situation on the M60. National Highways informed travelers of prolonged delays and advised them to plan their journeys accordingly.
Traffic congestion was reported around Sale and Carrington, and delays were observed on the M56 as well. Drivers were urged to follow diversion routes and plan ahead due to the heavy delays caused by the police incident on the M60.
Inrix traffic service indicated severe delays near the closure area, stretching back to Junctions 25 and 12 in different directions. Greater Manchester Police confirmed their active response to the concern for welfare incident on the motorway.
National Highways reiterated the prolonged delays on the M60 due to the ongoing police activity at the scene. Traffic disruptions were expected around Junctions 6 and 8, urging commuters to stay informed and plan their routes accordingly.