A BODY has been found on the central reservation of the M53 closing the motorway to rush hour traffic in Merseyside.
Police closed the motorway yesterday evening, after motorists reported seeing a body, and have warned it could remain shut in both directions between Junctions 2 and 3 into this evening's rush hour.
The man's body was found during a search of the motorway by police and it is believed he died in a collision.
No-one else has been reported injured and police are appealing for any witnesses.
A number of people have already come forward to help officers with their enquiries.
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Police are working to establish the identity of the man and trace his next of kin.
A spokesman for Merseyside Police said: "We would like to thank everyone affected by the motorway closure for their patience and understanding while police officers and the other agencies involved deal with this serious incident."
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