DETECTIVES are still trying to trace the last movements of a 31-year-old Leigh man who was hit by a car as he walked along the M62.

Anthony Stuart Williamson, of Hooten Lane, died instantly after he collided with a Nissan Micra near to the junction seven at Rainhill, Merseyside, on Saturday, December 20

Police say they are still not sure why the father-of-one was walking along the westbound carriageway or where he was going. Mr Williamson was last seen at the Hillcrest Hotel, Cronton, Merseyside, at about 2.30am by a friend.

Police have appealed for any taxi driver who may have picked him up that night or motorists who may have seen him on the motorway to come forward.

Anyone who can help is asked to contact Merseyside Traffic Police on 0151 777 5730.