M27 Shuts Westbound Amid Police Crisis in Hampshire
The M27 westbound is shut between Junction 4 (M3) and Junction 3 (M271) after a police-led incident. Officers and Highways England Traffic Officers are on scene managing the chaos.
Person in Distress Clings to Bridge Railings
A distressed individual has climbed onto the safety railings of a bridge, prompting specialist officers to rush to the scene for a delicate rescue operation.
Traffic Chaos: Follow Hollow Square Diversion
Motorists on the M27 westbound are being diverted. Follow the hollow square symbol:
- Exit M27 at Junction 5
- Take the 1st exit onto A335 towards Southampton
- Turn right onto the A27, head west via Chilworth and North Baddesley to Ashfield
- At the roundabout, turn left onto A3057 southbound
- Re-join M27 at Junction 3
M3 southbound drivers must exit at Junction 14 and take the 3rd exit at the roundabout onto A27 westbound. Follow the same hollow square route to get back onto the M27 at Junction 3.
Expect serious delays while the police deal with this tense situation.
