Police are appealing for witnesses after a man died in a collision on the slip road at junction 5 on the M5 near Wychbold.
Officers were called to the A38 Rashwood junction shortly before 9pm yesterday (Thursday 7 May) following a collision involving a heavy goods vehicle and a pedestrian.
Sadly, the pedestrian died at the scene.
Formal identification is yet to take place, but officers believe they have identified the man and his next of kin has been informed.
A 47-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving. He is currently in custody assisting with enquiries.
The A38 Rashwood junction (junction 5) is currently closed and is likely to remain closed until later this afternoon.
PC Rory Grint-Smith said: “Our thoughts are with the family of the man who has died following this collision.
“We are carrying out a full investigation to establish what has happened and would urge anyone who witnessed the collision, or who may have information or dashcam footage to come forward.
“We are also keen to hear from anyone who saw a white MAN Tractor heavy goods vehicle with a green trailer in the area around the time of the collision to please get in touch.”
Please email sciusouth@westmercia.police.ukquoting reference 00469_I_07052026 if you can assist.
