One person has been killed and four seriously injured in a motorway crash involving three vehicles.

Emergency services were called to reports of a serious collision on the M65 near Burnley at about 03:40 BST.

Lancashire Police expect both carriageways to remain closed for some time between junctions 8 for Hapton and 10 for Burnley.

Motorists have been advised by National Highways to follow diversions.

A Lancashire Police spokesperson said: “Our thoughts are with their loved ones at this incredibly distressing time, and they are being supported by officers.”

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