Tragic Incident on M6 Motorway Claims Pedestrian's Life
A person has tragically died on the M6 motorway after being hit by several vehicles in the early hours of Saturday morning. The fatal collision occurred near Warrington, prompting a major police investigation and significant traffic disruptions.
Details of the Fatal Collision
Cheshire Police were alerted to reports of a serious crash at approximately 2:50am on Saturday, March 7. Officers rushed to the scene between junctions 21 and 21A on the northbound carriageway, where they discovered a pedestrian who had been struck by multiple vehicles. Despite emergency response efforts, the individual was pronounced dead at the location.
According to traffic monitoring service Inrix, the incident involved two lorries and four cars. The severity of the collision necessitated a full closure of the M6 northbound from junction 21 at Woolston to junction 21A at Croft Interchange to allow for thorough investigation work.
Police Investigation and Road Closures
Cheshire Police have launched a comprehensive appeal for information as they work to establish the exact circumstances surrounding this tragic event. A police spokesperson confirmed that enquiries are ongoing and urged anyone with relevant information to come forward.
National Highways reported that Cheshire Police requested assistance with implementing full closures at 2:52am to create a safe working environment for investigators. Traffic officers worked throughout the night to establish and maintain closure points while managing the controlled turning of vehicles caught within the affected section.
Impact on Motorway Traffic
The closure resulted in significant traffic disruptions along the busy motorway corridor. The northbound carriageway remained closed for investigation work throughout Saturday morning, with slow traffic reported in the surrounding areas as drivers sought alternative routes.
Police continue to investigate how the pedestrian came to be on the motorway and the sequence of events that led to this tragic outcome. The investigation represents a complex multi-vehicle collision scenario that requires detailed forensic examination.
