A number of cattle were “humanely euthanised” after a livestock truck overturned on the M1 early on Friday morning.
Police have confirmed that the eastbound and westbound near Portadown has now fully reopened.
Chief Superintendent Sam Donaldson said: “At approximately 5.30am, we received a report that a lorry containing approximately 40 cattle had overturned on the main carriageway.
“Officers along with other emergency services attended the scene and closed the road to ensure the safety of the public and welfare of the animals.
“One man, the driver of the lorry, sustained minor injuries in the collision and was taken to hospital for treatment.
“A vet, along with specially trained officers attended the scene and humanely euthanised a number cattle that had been badly injured.
“The road has since been cleared, the remaining animals have been removed and the lorry recovered.
“I would like to thank the public for their patience while we carried out this complex recovery operation.
“I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision or to anyone who may have footage that could assist with enquiries to contact police on 101 quoting reference 179 16/05/25.”
A report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/
