Daubhill building demolished after van crash as road remains closed

The building on St Helens Road has now been demolished, with work continuing around the site.

The crash happened at around 2.10am on Monday, September 7 at the junction with Morris Green Lane.

A van hit with the property, causing significant structural damage and the partial collapse of the building.

The road still remains closed while safety work is carried out around the site.

Scaffolding has been put up around neighbouring properties, with some understood to contain living accommodation.

Workers remain at the scene, with construction activity continuing around the damaged area. The area on the road, which is accessible to pedestrians, is safe.

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The remains of the demolished building have now been cleared.

The closure is also still affecting the junction between St Helens Road and Morris Green Lane.

Bolton Council previously said demolition of number 237 was due to be completed after concerns were raised about the stability of a neighbouring building.

A structural engineer had attended the site and further safety measures were required before the road could reopen.

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The council said scaffolding would be erected around the neighbouring building as part of those measures.

Emergency services attended the scene shortly after the crash, with nearby residents evacuated as the area was made safe.

Greater Manchester Police said nobody was believed to have been inside the property when the collision happened.

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However, the estate agent, whose office was in the building said that the incident had left him “really emotional”. 

A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of failing to provide a breath specimen following the incident.

The cause of the crash has not been confirmed.

Motorists are continuing to be advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes while safety work remains ongoing.