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21/10/2016
Person Dies In Serious Road Collision On M2
Drivers are being urged to seek an alternative route following a fatal road traffic collision on the M2 motorway in Belfast, police have confirmed.
The M2 city bound and Sandyknowes roundabout have been closed. The southbound on-slip at Templepatrick has also been closed.
Police are urging motorists to expect long delays and to seek an alternative route.
The traffic disruption is expected to last several hours.
Motorists are also being urged to avoid the Glengormley area.
Drivers and passengers are being advised to remain in their vehicles and not to reverse on the motorway.
Inspector Rosie Leech has issued an update for motorists.
(CD)
The M2 city bound and Sandyknowes roundabout have been closed. The southbound on-slip at Templepatrick has also been closed.
Police are urging motorists to expect long delays and to seek an alternative route.
The traffic disruption is expected to last several hours.
Motorists are also being urged to avoid the Glengormley area.
Drivers and passengers are being advised to remain in their vehicles and not to reverse on the motorway.
Inspector Rosie Leech has issued an update for motorists.
(CD)
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