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: 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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