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Four-mile queues after M42 crash

By James Smith 5th Jan 2026

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Local News by James Smith 5th Jan 2026

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One lane is closed on the M42 (image via National Highways)

There are four miles of queues on the M42 southbound following a crash this afternoon (January 5).

National Highways has reported two of three lanes are closed between junction 3a (M40 and junction three (Birmingham).

The crash only involves one car.

Warwickshire Police officers and National Highways teams are at the scene.

Motorists are being warned of 45 minute delays as there are four miles of queues.

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