The M8 was closed in both directions today Thursday 28 August 2025 following a fatal crash involving a pedestrian and the driver of a white Volvo HGV.

The crash took palce between J5 and J6, around 12.40pm.

Emergency services attended, however the man died at the scene. Police say that his family has been made aware.

Officers say that their enquiries are ongoing.

The M8 has now reopened following forensic work.

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