A WOMAN in her 60s and a man in his 70s have died in a crash involving eight vehicles on the M40 this morning.

Police were called to the M40 between Junction 5 and 4 southbound at 8.15am following reports of a collision.

A woman in her 60s and a man in his 70s died at the scene, police confirmed.

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Their next of kin have been informed and re being supported by specially trained officers.

A further two people suffered serious injuries and were taken to hospital where they remain.

Overall, ten people have sustained minor injuries, with a number of them being taken to hospital for additional checks.

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage following a fatal RTC on the M40 in South Buckinghamshire.

Detective Chief Inspector Mike Bettington, of the Joint Operations Roads Policing Unit, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of the two people who died.

“We are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or who may have dash-cam footage, to please get in touch.

“You can do this by calling 101 or making a report online, quoting reference 43230032159.”