Pedestrian dies after crash which closed motorway as more delays expected

A pedestrian has died after being struck by a car on the M42.

The incident happened on the westbound carriageway between junctions 3 and 2 at around 10.15pm on Thursday.

The pedestrian was hit by a silver Vauxhall Insignia and was pronounced dead at the scene.

A spokesman for West Mercia Police said: “Enquiries are ongoing to confirm his identity.”

The westbound carriageway remains closed between junction 3 (Portway/Redditch) and junction 2 (Alvechurch/Hopwood) while investigation work continues.

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The eastbound side may also face temporary closures throughout the day.

The spokesman said: “The carriageway is expected to be closed for several hours and drivers are advised to seek alternative routes.

“Diversions are in place.”

Officers are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or who has dashcam footage to contact sciusouth@westmercia.police.uk.