Delays easing on M55 after lanes closed following 'police incident' near Preston

Emergency services said they responded to a “concern for welfare” call at around midday today.

Delays were building on both sides of the motorway as officers attended.

Police later confirmed the incident was “resolved safely”.

30-minutes delays were reported between junctions 1 and 2 on the westbound carriageway during the closure, as well as between junctions 3 and 2 eastbound.

Motorists attempting to join the M55 eastbound from the A585 also faced long delays.

National Highways said traffic was expected to return to normal by 1pm.