THE M23 is closed after a serious crash involving multiple vehicles.

Emergency services are at the scene of the crash between Junction 10 A264 Copthorne Way (Crawley) and the M25 interchange.

Three northbound lanes are reportedly closed following the multi-vehicle crash.

In a statement, National Highways South-East said emergency services are working at the scene with Sussex Police, who are leading the response.

“The M23 is closed northbound between J10 (Crawley) and J8 (M25) following a multiple vehicle collision,” a spokesman said.

“Please allow extra time for your journey and seek an alternative route if possible.”

The crash is believed to have happened at about midday on Saturday, March 26.

Sussex Police has been contacted for comment.