Woman taken to hospital after car rolls over in 'serious' crash on M54 in Telford
A woman has been taken to hospital after a car overturned in a crash on the motorway in Telford.
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All westbound lanes of the M54 were closed between Junction 4 at Shifnal and Junction 5 at Telford after the crash earlier today (December 23).
Police said officers were called to a collision between Junctions 4 and 5 at around 2.25pm.
The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service said the crash involved "one small hatchback [which had] rolled over on carriageway".
A statement said: "Fire crews assisted righting vehicle and incident has been left with police. One female was taken to hospital via land ambulance."
National Highways in the West Midlands had said: “The M54 is closed westbound between J4 (Shifnal) and J5 (Telford) due to a serious collision.
“A strategic diversion route is in place.”
Drivers were asked to "plan ahead if travelling in the area this afternoon".
All lanes were opened again shortly before 3.45pm, though National Highways warned of lingering congestion and advised drivers to allow extra time.
