A PEDESTRIAN has sadly died after being involved in a collision with a HGV on the motorway.

The fatal incident occurred yesterday evening, Wednesday, on the M56.

Greater Manchester Police has confirmed that officers were called to reports of a man on the hard shoulder of the motorway at around 9pm.

This was heading eastbound towards Manchester between junctions six for five near to Manchester Airport.

A force spokesman said: “It is believed that an articulated vehicle was travelling along the M56 towards Manchester when it collided with a pedestrian.

“Sadly, despite the best efforts of emergency services, the pedestrian, a 42-year-old man, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

“His next of kin have been informed, and an investigation is underway to understand the circumstances.

“We are now appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.”

Police are also keen to speak to anyone who may have any footage, including dashcam, CCTV, or mobile phone footage, from the area in the moments leading up to the collision.

Anyone with any information is asked to call Greater Manchester Police on 101, quoting log number 3511 of 14/08/2024.

Information can also be shared using the LiveChat function on gmp.police.uk

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.