Woman killed on the M40 near Warwick after being hit by a lorry

POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision on the M40 yesterday evening (Wednesday). A woman in her 50s was hit by a lorry between junctions 15 and 16 at around 4.35pm. She died at the scene.

Her next of kin has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers.

Road closures were in place while emergency services were in attendance.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has any dashcam footage should call Warwickshire Police on 101 quoting incident 304 of 3 September.