Woman killed following crash on M40 in Oxfordshire

Author: Grace McGachyPublished 21st Jan 2024

A woman has died following a crash on the M40 in Oxfordshire earlier today (21 January).

Thames Valley Police confirmed the news and say the carriageway will remain closed southbound until at least the early afternoon for investigative work.

No other details of the incident have been released.

The motorway is shut between J8A near Waterstock and J6 near Lewknor.

Diversion Route

Road users are advised to follow the Hollow Triangle diversion symbol on road signs

Exit the M40 at J8A and head onto the A40.

Continue on the A40 southbound to the junction with the B4009.

Re-join the M40 at J6.

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