M4 eastbound shut down following early collision

A portion of the M4 heading east has been shut down for an ongoing investigation after a traffic accident occurred in the early hours of Sunday.

According to National Highways, a vehicle left the eastbound carriageway at approximately 02:00 GMT close to Leigh Delamere Services. This incident led to the closure of the motorway stretch between Junction 18 (Bath) and Junction 17 (Chippenham).

Authorities have not provided a specific reopening time, but initial reports indicate the motorway may remain closed through Sunday afternoon. Vehicles previously stuck have now been allowed to move, and a temporary diversion is operational via the A420.

Author: Sophia Brooks