A 68-year-old man was tragically found dead in his vehicle on Glasgow’s M8 motorway on Thursday evening, causing disruption for motorists heading through the megacity.
The incident happened between junctions 29 and 30, with the motorway closed at around 8.52 pm. Traffic Scotland verified that the road restarted at roughly 2.36 am after emergency services cleared the scene.
Police have said the death is being treated as unexplained, but there are no suspicious circumstances. It’s believed the incident is medical-affiliated.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 7.50pm on Thursday, December 4, 2025, a 68-year-old man was found dead within a vehicle on the M8 between junctions 29 and 30.
His death is being treated as unexplained; however, there are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.”
M8 Closure Causes Delays for Glasgow Drivers
The M8 motorway, a vital route connecting Glasgow to Edinburgh and other central Scotland municipalities, was affected for several hours. Motorists were advised to anticipate delays and take alternative routes where possible.
Temporary closures like this frequently lead to business logjams and long diversion routes, affecting commuters and original business inflow.
Regular M8 druggies are reminded to plan their peregrinations precisely, particularly during evening hours when visibility can be poor.
Traffic Updates and Road Safety on the M8
Drivers are encouraged to follow Traffic Scotland updates to stay informed about road conditions and closures.
This incident also serves as a reminder of the significance of road safety and mindfulness of implicit medical extremities while travelling on major motorways.
