M6 shut between Standish and Orrell after women dies
Police say they were called to a concern for welfare in the early hours of this morning
The M6 is set to remain shut between Junctions 27 and 26 after a woman died in the early hours of the morning.
It's closed Southbound between Standish and Orrell.
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said:
"At 1.25am this morning (Friday 16 August 2024), we were called to the junction 27 of the M6 for a concern for welfare of a female.
"We attended the scene and sadly discovered the body of the female. The M6 southbound between junction 27 and 26 is closed while officers continue with their investigations.
"Significant delays are to be expected in the area for the immediate future. Thank you for your patience at this time.
"If anyone has any information about this incident or any footage, including dashcam, CCTV, or mobile phone footage is asked to call 101 quoting log number 171 of 16/08/2024."
Drivers are being warned to expect delays this morning.