Shock on M40: Police Nab Driver with 13 Migrants Hidden in Lorry
This morning’s M40 rush hour turned into a drama-filled nightmare after Thames Valley Police discovered 13 migrants stuffed inside a lorry. The bust happened on the northbound carriageway between Junction 9 (Bicester) and Junction 10 (Baynards Green) at 9:53am following a tip-off.
Driver Arrested as Police Unearth Stowaways
The HGV driver was immediately arrested on suspicion of immigration offences. The 13 migrants found inside were detained, bringing the total arrested to 14 as investigations got underway.
Motorists Stunned as Scene Unfolds
Shocked drivers caught the chaos on camera. Police lined the motorway while the migrants, many hooded, sat quietly on the hard shoulder. One witness nervously counted, “Six… seven… oh my god, there’s a lot.” Another exclaimed, “Holy moly!”
M40 Chaos: Two Lanes Closed, Massive Delays
Two northbound lanes were shut down, sparking severe tailbacks during the busy morning rush. National Highways had already warned motorists to brace for delays and factor in extra travel time as queues built up.
Ongoing Probe with Home Office on Board
Thames Valley Police said they are working closely with the Home Office to unravel the full details of this dramatic border security bust. More updates are expected as the investigation continues.
