M67 closed due to discovery of 'human remains

Part of the M67 remains closed after suspected human remains were discovered near the motorway overnight.

Greater Manchester Police were called shortly after 11pm on Monday 3rd August after road workers reported finding what are believed to be human remains close to a bridge between junctions 3 and 4 of the M67.

Specialist officers remain at the scene while investigations continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the discovery.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said:

"Officers were called shortly after 11pm on Monday, August 3 2026, by road workers who made the discover close to a bridge between junctions three and four.

"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."

The eastbound carriageway of the M67 remains closed between junction 3 at Hyde and junction 4 at Hattersley while enquiries are carried out. The westbound carriageway has now reopened

National Highways has warned motorists that the eastbound closure is expected to remain in place throughout the day due to the nature of the investigation and has advised drivers to avoid the area where possible.