A42 closed after collision between cars and HGV

The A42 in Leicestershire is closed northbound between the B5006 (J12) and the A511 (J13) near Ashby-de-la-Zouch.

This is following a road traffic collision involving two cars and a HGV.

Emergency services are responding at the scene.

National Highways says it has resources in attendance to assist with traffic management.

Traffic is being diverted locally.