The M4 between Newbury and Reading is closed after a loose horse was found roaming alongside the carriageway.
National Highways said shortly after 11am this morning (Thursday) that Thames Valley Police and its traffic officers were on scene trying to identify the animal’s owner and the safest way to remove it.
National Highways say a horse is loose on the M4
The motorway is currently closed between junctions 12 and 13.
Drivers are being asked to avoid the area until the carriageways can be safely reopened – and follow the ‘hollow square’ diversion sign on road signs.
For vehicles travelling westbound motorists should leave the M4 at junction 12 and join the A4 to Newbury.
Road users travelling eastbound are advised to leave the M4 at J13 – and join the A34 southbound towards Newbury before joining the A4.
More details about the delays can be found here.
