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Reeds Lane Still Closed After Pursuit Damages Leasowe Crossing as Trains Largely Back to Normal

Police say the crash followed a pursuit of a suspected stolen car, with a tactical stop leading to an arrest.

Overview

  • Reeds Lane at Leasowe remains shut in both directions on Tuesday as emergency repairs continue to the level crossing barriers.
  • Merseyrail says West Kirby line services have returned to normal, though some trains may still face residual delays.
  • Police were called around 10:15am Monday after reports of a suspected stolen car that failed to stop and drove off at speed.
  • Officers performed a tactical stop on Avondale Avenue in Moreton, and a man was detained after attempting to flee on foot and taken into custody.
  • INRIX reported closures between Rossall Court and Kingsmead Road, and Arriva North West diverted routes 413 and 414 during Monday’s disruption.