A MOTORWAY was closed with a huge emergency services presence on the scene this afternoon. 

The M1 was shut in both directions between junction 40 (Wakefield) and junction 41 (Tingley), due to a "police-led incident".

A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said officers were called to a "concern for safety report".

In a post on X, the force said: "A concern for safety call earlier on the M1 at junction 40 has come to a safe conclusion.

"Roads are starting to reopen around the area."

A closure was put in place just before 1.40pm. 

In an update at 3.41pm, National Highways said: "The M1 has re-opened in both directions between J40 Wakefield and J41 Tingley following a police led incident.

"Thank you for your patience, please have a safe onward journey."

A motorist caught in the earlier congestion said he saw three or four ambulances pass by, as well as lots of police.