Major delays on M6 and M5 after man falls from bridge

The M5 was closed in both directions after a man reportedly fell from a bridge.

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Traffic building up on approach. Photo: National Highways

Long delays remain in the area on approach on both the M5 northbound and in both directions on the M6, but traffic is expected to ease now that all lanes have reopened.

The man is being treated for serious injuries after emergency services were called to the scene near Newton Road Bridge around 7am.