Pictures have captured the near the M5.
Police officers are currently at the scene of a crash in A38 Bristol Road which happened earlier this morning (September 17).
The collision took place near Brent Street and the roundabout at J22 with the M5.
Avon and Somerset Constabulary has confirmed that a pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
Motorists have been advised to avoid the area and consider alternative routes, with the road expected to be closed for the rest of the morning.
Those heading to Bristol Airport today have been advised to avoid the road as congestion builds up in the area.
You can see pictures of the traffic situation in the gallery below:
An Avon and Somerset police spokesman said: "The pedestrian was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. While formal identification is yet to take place, his/her next of kin have been informed.
"Traffic is being diverted and we expect the road will remain closed until at least midday while collision investigators examine the scene.
"Anyone with any information - especially anyone who saw someone walking in the area in the early hours or anything else which could help the police investigation can get in touch by calling 101 quoting reference 5219214529."
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