M56 police appeal after death of pedestrian 38 in the early hours

Emergency services were called to the M56 eastbound between junctions 12, Runcorn and 14, Hapsford just before 1am.

Police and paramedics attended the scene and found that there had between a collision between a pedestrian and three cars, a black Dacia Duster, a red Kia Niro and a black Ford Focus.

The pedestrian, believed to be a 38-year-old man from Golborne, Leigh was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police say his next of kin have been informed and they are being supported by specialist officers.

The carriageway was closed while officers dealt with the collision, it reopened at around 9.15am.

Detective Sergeant Russ Sime, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said:

“This is a tragic incident, and our thoughts are with the family of the deceased.

“Enquiries to establish the full circumstances surrounding this collision are ongoing and as part of the investigation we are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or believes they may have seen the pedestrian on the motorway prior to the collision, to get in touch.

“The same goes for anyone with any dashcam footage which may aid our investigation.

“Anyone with any information should contact Cheshire Police on 101 or via www.cheshire.police.uk/tell-us, quoting IML-2407733.”

Information can also be reported anonymously, via Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.