A man has been found dead on the M67 motorway in Tameside this morning.
Police were called out about a body found close to junction two, in Denton, at around 7am today (December 18).
Officers rushed out to the scene, where the man was sadly pronounced dead.
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The motorway has been closed off in both directions since around 7.30am while officers carry out their investigations.
Greater Manchester Police says it is 'keeping an open mind' about the death and enquiries are ongoing.
Anyone with information about the incident is being urged to come forward.
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