M42 junction 1 and 2 appeal after multi-vehicle crash

The driver left the scene <i>(Image: Newsquest)</i>
The driver left the scene (Image: Newsquest)
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Police have launched an appeal after a multi vehicle collision on the M42.

West Mercia Police said they were called to the M42, junctions 1 and 2, at around 7.40am to reports of a collision which then led to secondary collisions.

A vehicle involved in the initial collision, said to be a silver car, left the area before officers arrived at the scene and police are now appealing for help to identify the driver.

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "Did you witness a collision on the M42?

"Officers are appealing for information following a multiple vehicle collision on the M42 yesterday morning (Monday, December 1).

"Thankfully, no one was seriously injured.

"Officers are asking for anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant dashcam footage and any information which could help to identify the silver car involved, to please get in contact.

"Call 07890520481 or email holly.newton@westmercia.police.uk if you can help."

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