A14 expected to be closed for most of the day following serious crash involving two lorries

By Alice Dyer

Published 15th May 2019, 15:11 GMT

Updated 15th May 2019, 16:11 GMT

The A14 remains closed in Northamptonshire

The A14 in Northamptonshire remains closed in both directions following serious collision earlier today (Wednesday).

UPDATE: Two lorry drivers killed in A14 collision after vehicle smashes through central reservation into oncoming traffic

The collision happened at around 6.20am and involved two HGV lorries.

A spokesman for Northamptonshire Police said: "Emergency services are at the scene and both carriageways between junctions 1 and 2 are expected to remain closed for most of the day.

"Motorists are advised to avoid the area and find alternative routes."