M40 southbound re-opens in Oxfordshire after woman dies in crash involving lorry

Police have confirmed a woman has died in a crash on the M40 in Oxfordshire.

The southbound carriageway has now re-opened between Junctions 8A and 6 following the accident, involving a lorry, at around 4.30am on Sunday, 21 Jan.

Dozens of motorists were stuck for hours, many heading to airports, before the queues were turned round and diverted.

Thames Valley Police say the road needed to be closed while they carried out investigations.

They have thanked the public for their patience and understanding.

The woman's family have been informed.