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M4 and M48 reopens after body found on carriageway

The M4 motorway has been closed in both directions after human remains were discovered on the carriageway by Avon and Somerset Police.
Avon and Somerset Police received reports about something on the M4 at 6:40 PM, and they believe the body may be that of a man in his 40s.
Enquiries are underway to identify the deceased and notify their next of kin, with an investigation ongoing to determine how the person ended up on the motorway.
National Highways reported that motorists stuck on the M4 will be guided to turn around, while the M48 eastbound remains closed from junction 1.

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