M8 locked down by police after reports of man with ‘weapon’

M8 Locked Down by Police After Reports of Man with Weapon

Police have shut down the M8 in Lanarkshire after reports of a man with a weapon. Drivers are advised to avoid the area.

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Lanarkshire, M8, Police, Weapon, Traffic

Lanarkshire: Early Monday morning, police got a call about a man with a weapon. This happened on the M8’s eastbound slip road at Junction 6.

Officers quickly arrived and started searching the area. They also brought in specialist teams as a precaution.

The M8 is currently closed at Junction 6 for Newhouse and Chapelhall. Police are asking drivers to avoid the area while they investigate.

Traffic Scotland shared updates, warning that the roundabout at the end of the off-slip is restricted. They advised road users to find alternative routes.

A police spokesperson confirmed they received the report around 8:55 AM. They are actively searching the area for safety.

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