Police comment after body found on motorway into Wales

Several motorists reported "something in the road" to police from 6.40pm on Saturday, February 22, between junctions 20 and 21 of the M4. The closures were initially on the English side of the Prince of Wales Bridge and the Severn Bridge. The deceased was a man in his forties and his next of kin has been informed.

Police have spoken out about the body of a man found on the M4. (Image: NQ) A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: "We are grateful to members of the public who have come forward with information following the death of a man on the M4 motorway on Saturday (22 February). "We understand from witnesses a man in his 40s fell from a height at around 6.40pm and was subsequently struck by vehicles travelling between junctions 20 (Almondsbury) and 21 (Awkley). "We can confirm there was a DSI referral following police contact and the individual was previously arrested by us.

"The death is being treated as non-suspicious and his next of kin are being offered support during this difficult time. Our thoughts and sympathies remain with them. "A mandatory referral has been made to the Independent Office of Police Conduct (IOPC) following previous police contact.

"We understand this incident may be distressing for some people and we urge you to seek support should you need it.

You can speak with your GP or reach out to charities such as MIND and Samaritans, who offer support online and over the phone."