Lawley Middleway crash blocks key Birmingham route
A major crash on Lawley Middleway in Birmingham caused significant rush hour delays, with police closing the road and urging drivers to avoid the area. Find alternative routes.
A major crash on Lawley Middleway in Birmingham caused significant rush hour delays, with police closing the road and urging drivers to avoid the area. Find alternative routes.
A4540 Lawley Middleway in Birmingham is closed between Garrison Circus and Curzon Circus due to a police incident, causing major traffic delays. Avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
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