There is an incident causing the A45 between Northampton and Wellingborough to be closed in both directions.
This morning, Friday, August 16, both the eastbound and westbound carriageways are closed between the Riverside junction in Northampton and the Wilby Way roundabout in Wellingborough.
National Highways say it is in response to a “police-led incident” near Earls Barton.
Drivers are being urged to avoid the area, as police say the road is expected to be closed for some time.
“Both the eastbound and westbound carriageways of the A45, between the Wilby Way roundabout and the Riverside junctions, are closed while emergency services deal with an incident,” Northamptonshire Police said on X.
“Motors are urged to avoid the area and find an alternate route until further notice since the road is expected to be closed for a while. I appreciate your patience.
National Highways is advising drivers travelling from Northampton to Wellingborough to use the A428 Bedford Road and join the A509 at Warrington.
AA Traffic is also warning of long delays.
