Car recovered after crashing through gym wall leaves large hole

The vehicle appears to have driven directly through the brick wall of JD Gyms on George Street, causing significant structural damage.

Images from the scene show the car lodged inside the building, with debris scattered across the gym floor and part of the vehicle protruding outside beneath the signage.

Emergency services, including Greater Manchester Police and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, were called shortly before 5pm.

Firefighters rescued a woman from the car, while a man inside the gym was also injured. Both were taken to hospital.

A woman in her 40s has been arrested on suspicion of causing injury by dangerous driving.

Road closures were put in place around the scene, though routes have since reopened as the situation begins to quieten.

These pictures show the recovery of the vehicle from the wall, as crews worked to remove it from the damaged building.

(Image: Phil Taylor)

(Image: Phil Taylor)

(Image: Phil Taylor)

(Image: Phil Taylor)

(Image: Phil Taylor)

(Image: Phil Taylor)

(Image: Phil Taylor)

(Image: Phil Taylor)