Chaos has erupted on the M8 motorway as it's been completely shut down while police search for an armed man. Specialist officers rushed to the scene on the major route just before 9am today following reports of a man with a weapon.
The police are searching the area for the man as the M8 remains closed at junction 6 eastbound for Newhouse and Chapelhall. Motorists are advised to avoid the area.
The force said in a statement: "Police are in attendance and a search of the area is being carried out. Specialist officers are also in attendance, as a precaution, and extensive inquiries are ongoing."
"The M8 is closed at junction 6 eastbound for Newhouse and Chapelhall and motorists are advised to avoid the area while investigations are carried out."
Traffic Scotland said the part of the off-slip was restricted dur to a police incident. "New 10:12. M8 (EB) to A8 off-slip Junction 6A," it said in a post shared to X/Twitter.
"Roundabout at end of off-slip currently restricted due to an on-going police incident Road users in the area are advised to find alternative routes at this time."
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