A CRASH and a broken down vehicle have caused four-mile tailbacks in both directions on a Hampshire motorway.

The collision happened on the northbound carriageway of the M3 at about 3.30pm and significant queues have built up as a result.

Delays are being reported from the site of the crash north of Shawford as far back as the junction with the M27.

 

And the southbound carriageway is partially blocked near Compton, with traffic tailing back past Winchester to Abbots Worthy.

Motorists are advised to check their route before setting off.