A motorcyclist in his 60s has died following a collision on the M27 motorway in southern England, prompting an eastbound closure and significant disruption for drivers travelling towards Portsmouth.
Hampshire Police said the crash involved a white Triumph motorcycle and occurred shortly before 6:40 a.m. British Summer Time. The rider, a man in his 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The closure affects the eastbound carriageway between junction 9 at Whiteley and junction 12 for Portsmouth. The affected section was initially closed from junction 11 near Fareham before restrictions were extended.
The westbound carriageway remains open, according to the incident report.
Diversions in Place as Drivers Face Delays
National Highways has advised motorists to expect delays and consider alternative routes while emergency services and investigators deal with the incident.
Eastbound traffic is being diverted off the motorway at junction 9 and directed along the A27 towards Fareham. Drivers have been urged to allow additional time for their journeys, reroute where possible or postpone travel until conditions improve.
National Highways also confirmed that vehicles previously held within the closure had been released.
The motorway was expected to remain closed into Friday afternoon, according to the information provided in the report. Drivers should check the latest official traffic updates before setting out, as reopening times may change.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Hampshire Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision and have appealed for information from members of the public.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant dashcam footage is being urged to contact police. Such evidence could help investigators establish the events leading up to the collision.
Authorities have not provided further details about the rider’s identity or the circumstances that caused the crash.
Latest Update
The fatal collision has caused disruption on the M27 eastbound, particularly for motorists travelling from Whiteley and Fareham towards Portsmouth.
Drivers should follow diversion signs, allow extra travel time and monitor updates from Hampshire Police and National Highways for confirmed information about the investigation and the motorway reopening.