M1 SOUTHBOUND SHUT AFTER HGV FIRE NEAR NORTHAMPTON

The M1 motorway is shut southbound between J15 Northampton and J14 Milton Keynes after a crash involving two lorries sparked a blaze. One HGV left the carriageway and caught fire, causing chaos on the busy route.

Emergency Services Battle Blaze

Firefighters and emergency crews rushed to the scene to tackle the burning lorry and clear the wreckage. The collision happened just before junction 14, bringing traffic to a standstill.

Driver Arrested After Drug Test

Police arrested one driver after a positive roadside cannabis test. A quick reminder: driving under the influence can cost you your job, your licence, and even your life.

Update: “The results of driving after using cannabis on M1. One driver very lucky to be alive. Arrested after positive drug wipe. Quick way to lose your job, licence & possibly life.”

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