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Part of M67 traffic closed after 'human remains' found

NewsGreater Manchester NewsM67LIVE EVENT ENDEDUpdated 34 mins agoOfficers are at the scenePolice on the M67 this morning(Image: Manchester Evening News - Kenny Brown)Updated 14:35, 04 Aug 2026Part of the M67 is closed after suspected human remains were discovered close to the Tameside motorway. Officers have been at the scene throughout the morning (August 4).Greater Manchester Police says detectives believe they have identified suspected human remains found close to the road. A force spokesperson added: "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
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