Appeal after driver standing by van dies on M1

The van driver, in his 20s, died after being hit close to the junction 8 slip road of the M1, outside Hemel Hempstead

A driver standing by his van on the hard shoulder of the M1 has died after being struck, police have said.

The victim's silver Vauxhall van and a silver Chevrolet were on the hard shoulder of the M1 near Hemel Hempstead, when they were involved in a crash with a silver Saab at about 16:30 BST on Friday, Hertfordshire Police said.

The driver, a man in his 20s, suffered serious injuries and died at the scene of the crash close to the southbound slip road at junction 8.

A man, 58, from Luton, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, driving while unfit through drink or drugs and failing to stop at the scene of a collision, and remains in custody, the force said.

Det Sgt Ben Heath, from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "Our thoughts are with the man's loved ones at this difficult time.

"Our inquiries are continuing, and I am appealing for anyone with information to please come forward.

"Did you see what happened, or witness anything before the collision?

"I would like to take this opportunity to thank the public for their patience whilst we put road closures in place."

Anyone who saw the crash, has information or dash cam footage has been urged to contact the police. Det Sgt Heath added that any material could be uploaded on to the force's website.

Police said the victim's family was being supported by officers.