A MAN has been taken to hospital following a disturbance on the M8 that has caused travel chaos.
Hundreds of drivers have had their journeys delayed after the motorway had to be closed at junction 7, near Holytown.
Cops were called to the scene at 5pm last night.
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A 30-year-old man was taken to University Hospital Wishaw for treatment.
An investigation has been launched.
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A Police Scotland spokesman said: “We received a report of a disturbance on the M8 westbound at junction 7, near Holytown, around 5pm on Tuesday, August 10.
"A 30-year-old man sustained serious injuries and was taken to University Hospital Wishaw for treatment.
"Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and the flyover is currently closed at M8 junction 7.”
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