Another fatality in Cologne accident

Lorries crash on motorway near junction for Gremberghoven

A person has died and two others have been injured in a crash involving two lorries in Cologne.

The accident happened on the A57 motorway near the junction for Gremberghoven at around 04:30 BST on Friday.

One of the lorries overturned and the other lorry jackknifed, blocking all three lanes of the motorway.

A police spokesman said: "One person has died and two others have been injured in the crash. The motorway is closed in both directions and is likely to remain closed for several hours."

Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to avoid the area.