A MAN has died in an incident on the M5, police have confirmed.

Emergency services were called shortly before 2.45pm on Wednesday (February 26) following an incident involving a pedestrian and a lorry.

The collision happened on the southbound carriageway between junctions 24 (Bridgwater South) and 25 (Taunton).

Avon and Somerset Police said in statement: “A man, in his 50s, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Our thoughts are with the man’s family, who have been notified and will receive support from a specially-trained officer.

“The M5 was shut in both directions for a number of hours to enable emergency services to respond and collision investigation work to be carried out. The northbound carriageway was reopened at around 6.15pm, with the southbound re-opening a few hours later.

“We understand the motorway closure did cause disruption to motorists but are grateful for the public’s patience and understanding given the tragic nature of the circumstances.”

Anyone with information about the incident can contact us online or on 101 and quote reference number 5225050845.