Part of Glasgow's M8 motorway blocked after crash

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Part of a busy motorway in Glasgow is currently blocked following a crash.

The collision is reported to have taken place on the M8 westbound between junctions 23 (Dumbreck Road) and 24 (Govan) at around 5.50pm.

Drivers are being warned that due to this, lane three of the carriageway is blocked.

Police are said to be en route to the scene.


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Motorists are being urged to take care on the approach.

A statement published to Amey South-West Trunk Roads X [formerly Twitter] account reads: "M8 westbound junction 23-24 is blocked due to a road traffic collision.

"Police and TRISS en route. Take care on approach."

Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.

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