POLICE today appealed for witnesses after a crash between two lorries on the M40 in which a driver died.

A German articulated lorry collided with a Polish articulated lorry, thought to have been stationary at the time.

A German man, in his forties, suffered fatal injuries as a result of the collision and died at the scene.

The crash happened on the northbound carriageway between junction 6 for Lewknor and junction 7 for Thame at 2.06am today.

Sgt Jack Hawkins, from Bicester Roads Policing, said: "I am appealing for anyone who might have seen either vehicle prior to the collision.

"The motorway was shut for around four hours while the scene was investigated and now one lane is closed while recovery of the vehicles takes place.

"If anyone saw this accident and has not spoken to the police it is vital they do so, so we can ascertain what the cause of the collision was."

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has any information which could help the police with their inquiries is urged to contact Sgt Hawkins at Bicester Roads Policing Department via 0845 8 505 505.

If you don't want to talk to the police or give your name, call the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.