A MAN has been found injured on Thomas Lewis Way this morning, forcing the road to close.

Police were called out at 5.40am to reports of a man found injured on the road.

He was taken to hospital.

Update: Police have now confirmed that the man has died.

The road has been closed between Burgess Road and St Denys Road and will remain closed for most of this morning.

Investigations into the incident are ongoing.

Police have apologised for any inconvenience.

Follow the live blog: Police close sections of Thomas Lewis Way in Southampton

A message from the Editor

Thank you for reading this article - we appreciate your support in reading the Daily Echo.

Subscribing to the Echo means you have unrestricted access to the latest news, features and Saints coverage - all with an advertising-light website.

You will also have full access to Saintsplus, your new home for Southampton FC tactical analysis, features and much, much more.

Don't take my word for it - subscribe here to see for yourself.

Follow the latest breaking news in the Southampton area by joining our Facebook group - Southampton News - Breaking News and Incidents

Follow the latest court and crime news on our dedicated Facebook group - Hampshire Court and Crime News