A motorway junction has reopened after a fatal crash.

Police closed the M27 at the junction for Portsmouth for eight hours on Sunday.

The closure was in force for several hours after a man in his 60s from Emsworth died at the scene of the crash.

His next of kin have been informed.

Officers from Hampshire Constabulary last night confirmed the junction was open to motorists.

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Large queues of traffic formed on the eastbound side of the motorway, with vehicles tailing back to Fareham.

Thousands of people travelling to Victorious Festival in Portsmouth got stuck in the delays, with people urged to avoid the area as the incident was dealt with.

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Police are now appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

A spokesperson said: “The incident was reported to us shortly after 10.30am on Sunday.

“If you were on the A27 at the time and witnessed the incident, please contact 101 and quote incident number 0588 of Sunday’s date.

“We’d also like to hear from you if you have any footage, including dash cam or mobile phone, which may assist in our investigation.

“You can also contact us via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website.”