Road reopens after six-vehicle crash on M6

National Highways Two carriageways of a motorway. Cars and lorries can be seen in the distance on the left side, while the right side is empty. There are houses and trees either side of the motorway that is slightly elevated. National Highways
The M6 southbound between Junctions 3 and 2 was closed on Thursday, National Highways said

A section of motorway in Warwickshire has reopened after a six-vehicle crash on Thursday.

The M6 southbound, near Henley, was shut for several hours between Junction 3 for Bedworth and Junction 2 near Coventry following a "serious multiple vehicle collision".

Emergency services were called to the crash at about 09:29 GMT. The road reopened at about 13:47 GMT, National Highways said.

Ambulances and paramedics were also in attendance, a West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesperson added.

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