Man left in hospital with 'serious injuries' after M42 crash

By James Smith 10th Sep 2026

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The M42 was closed overnight while emergency services attended the scene (image via SWNS)

A man has been left in hospital with "serious injuries" after a major crash on the M42 overnight.

West Midlands Police has launched an investigation after the collision between a car and a lorry between Junction 5 and 6 of the M42 near Solihull.

The incident happened shortly before midnight and saw the road closed for a period of time while emergency services attended the scene.

"The driver of the car, a man in his 60s, was taken to hospital with serious injuries and the driver of the lorry remained at the scene to help our officers with their enquiries," a police statement said.

"The road has partially re-opened and we are keen to hear from anyone who was driving nearby last night and who may have dashcam footage showing what happened."

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