Greater Manchester Police Said Officers Were Called Shortly After 11Pm on Monday August 3 2026 by Road Workers, Who Made the Discovery Close

A motorway was closed after police said suspected human remains were found nearby. Detectives believe they have identified human remains at the side of the M67 near Hyde, in Tameside, east of Manchester. Greater Manchester Police said officers were called shortly after 11pm on Monday August 3 2026 by road workers, who made the discovery close to a bridge between junctions three and four.

The road is closed eastbound between junctions three and four, with diversions along the A627 and A57 in place and delays of less than 10 minutes in both directions. The Highways Agency said the closure will likely remain throughout the day while police investigate. We are working with specialist teams to understand the circumstances behind this incident.

The road will be closed between junctions three and four while detectives carry out their investigation. Please continue to avoid the area and we will provide updates when we have them.