A man has died following a serious collision on the M6 motorway in Staffordshire involving three lorries and a car. The incident occurred on the southbound carriageway between junctions 13 and 14, prompting a full closure of the road as emergency services responded.
Details of the Fatal Collision
West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to the scene at approximately 4:40pm on Thursday. Upon arrival, crews discovered the man, who was the driver of the car, in a critical condition. Despite the best efforts of paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The three lorries involved were all carrying goods, and the drivers of these vehicles were assessed at the scene. Fortunately, none of them sustained serious injuries, although they were left shaken by the incident. The carriageway was closed to allow for a thorough investigation by the police and collision investigators.
Police Investigation and Road Closures
Staffordshire Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash. Officers are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward. The southbound carriageway remained closed for several hours, causing significant disruption to traffic in the area.
Highways England advised motorists to avoid the area and seek alternative routes. The closure led to long queues and delays, with traffic being diverted off at junction 13. The northbound carriageway was not affected and remained open throughout the incident.
Impact on Motorists and Next Steps
The road was eventually reopened after the investigation was completed, but delays continued for some time as the backlog of traffic was cleared. The identity of the man has not yet been released, pending notification of his next of kin.
Police have urged anyone with information to contact them, and the investigation is ongoing. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of motorway driving, and authorities have reiterated the importance of adhering to speed limits and maintaining safe distances between vehicles.
