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The M4 motorway remains shut in both directions near Bridgend due to an ongoing police incident that necessitates a prolonged response. Traffic is currently halted between junction 35, the Pencoed exit on the A473, and junction 38, the Margam area. South Wales Police confirmed they are at the scene and indicated the closure will persist for an extended period. A force spokesperson stated: "We are dealing with an incident on the M4 from junction 35 (Pencoed) to junction 37 (Pyle)." The closure currently covers the stretch from junction 35 to 37, with officials advising drivers to avoid the area and seek alternative routes as the situation unfolds. Authorities expressed appreciation for the public’s patience during this disruption.
Initial reports indicated the closure began at junction 35 and was extended to junction 37, with further updates showing the standstill extending to junction 38 as conditions develop.
Live traffic monitoring shows queuing along the M4, and by 11:00 p.m. officers were still on scene with the road expected to remain closed for some time. For the latest information, follow Traffic Wales on X and check the South Wales Police pages for Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr Tydfil and Bridgend for updates.
Late evening updates reported slow-moving traffic on the westbound carriageway primarily between junctions 35 and 36, with average speeds around 15 mph and several minutes of delay between key exits (notably between 34 A4119 Miskin to 35 A473 Pencoed, and 35 to 36 A4061 Bridgend / Sarn Service Area).
Additionally, a separate incident closed the A4138 in both directions due to a crash from B4303 Dafen Roundabout to B4297 LlanDafen Road, with Dyfed-Powys Police at that scene.
Finally, South Wales Police confirmed a police incident on the M4, with the road expected to remain closed for an extended period after the initial report at around 10:05 p.m."
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