February 22nd 2025.
A section of the M4 and M48 highways has been shut down near Bristol due to a tragic discovery. The roads have been fully closed in both directions after human remains were found on the motorway. This unfortunate incident occurred between junctions J20 and J21 on the M4, north of Bristol. It was around 6:40pm when several drivers noticed something on the road and quickly alerted the police. Upon arrival, the officers found human remains.
Avon and Somerset Police have stated that they are currently working to identify the deceased and notify their next of kin. Meanwhile, an investigation is underway to determine how the person ended up on the motorway. The closure is expected to last until the early hours of Sunday, February 23. As a result, both the M4 and M48 are closed near the Severn Bridge M48 and the Prince of Wales Bridge M4. However, the Severn Crossing remains open.
Unfortunately, many drivers have been caught in the road closure. Traffic officers and the police are working together to turn vehicles around in sections. This is a complex and time-consuming process due to the large volume of traffic and the location of the closure, according to National Highways. One motorist shared on social media that their family had been stuck in the closure since 7pm without access to food, water, or toilets. Another woman expressed concern for her elderly parents who were unable to stay there for a long period of time.
National Highways has advised drivers not to attempt to turn around until instructed to do so by the officers for their own safety. The link road from the M5 to the M4 is also closed south to M4's junction 20 west. This unfortunate situation has caused significant delays for those traveling between England and Wales through the two bridges.
To provide more information, here is a list of the current closures on the M4 and M48 in South Gloucestershire:
M4:
- Closed both ways between junctions J20-J22 between Almondsbury and Severn Bridges
M48:
- Closed in both directions between junction J1 and M4
Additionally, the following link roads from the M5 are also closed:
- Link from M5 J15 south to M4 J20 west
- Link from M5 J16 north to M4 J20 west
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