M67 closed after discovery of suspected human remains

• Suspected human remains have been discovered near the M67 motorway in Tameside, east of Manchester.
• Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said in a statement: “Detectives believe they have identified suspected human remains found close to the M67 in Tameside.”
• The police added: “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 motorway is currently closed eastbound between junction three and four.
• Motorists are advised to avoid the area, while the Highways Agency has said diversions are in place.

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M67 closed: Busy motorway forced to close after suspected human remains found