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M61 traffic LIVE: Motorway closed near Bolton as man dies on road - M60 also delayed

Reach Daily Express | May 8, 2026 10:39 PM CST

The M61 has been closed both ways after a man died on the motorway on Friday.

In a statement, a GMP spokesperson said: "We were called to reports of a concern for welfare on the M61 today (Friday 8 May 2026). Sadly, a man died at the scene.

"There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. The motorway will be closed in both directions between junction 2 at Linnyshaw and junction 4 at Over Hulton whilst officers conduct their enquiries."

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