A man has died after a serious crash on the M6 near Gretna.
Emergency Services were called at 6.42am today, Thursday 2 October, to a report of a single vehicle crash on the M6 Northbound just prior to Junction 45, near Gretna.
The driver, a man in his 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene. The man’s family have been informed.
A number of other vehicles were also affected by damage and debris from the crash.
Officers are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information to get in touch via www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it or by calling 101.
The road remains closed while enquiries are carried out. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and are thanked for their patience.
