Woman Killed After Being Hit by Iceland Lorry on M4 in Berkshire
A woman tragically died after being struck by a 44-ton Iceland lorry on the M4 motorway in Berkshire during the early hours today.
Horror Crash on M4 Near Reading
Emergency services rushed to the scene between Junctions 10 and 11 eastbound just after 3am. Paramedics pronounced the woman dead at the scene after a grim and distressing rescue attempt.
The lorry driver was treated for shock and is now assisting police with their inquiries. Specialist officers are investigating how the woman came to be walking on the busy motorway’s live carriageway.
M4 Eastbound Closed – Chaos on Roads
The eastbound M4 remains closed in all three lanes and is expected to stay shut until at least lunchtime. The closure caused major delays, forcing many drivers near Reading to abandon their cars and complete their journeys on foot for school runs and work.
Police carried out a meticulous fingertip search in the cordoned-off area, trying to gather clues about the incident.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
“We would appeal to anyone who was driving on the M4 near Junction 11 around 2.50am to come forward,” said Insp Andy Storey from Roads Policing. “We want to understand why a pedestrian was on the motorway at that time.”
“We are also trying to identify the pedestrian.”
The road has since reopened, but traffic recovery will take some time.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Thames Valley Police Roads Policing at Three Mile Cross on 101.
