Man found dead on M61 motorway
Police were called to a concern for welfare early on Saturday morning
Last updated 4th Jan 2025
An investigation's underway after the body of a man was found on the M61 near Bolton.
At approximately 4:30am this morning (Saturday 4 January), police were called to reports of a concern for welfare of a man.
Emergency services attended and sadly the body of a man was found on the southbound carriageway at junction 6 (Middlebrook).
There are believed to be no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
Officers are now appealing for any witnesses who may have been in the area at the time to make a report to police. This includes anyone who may have relevant dashcam footage.
Both carriageways southbound and northbound had to be shut for much of the day, with diversions put in place.
You can make a report by calling 0161 856 5757 quoting incident number 438 of 4/1/25.