Driver reported after three car crash on Halliwell Road

Police say that one driver has been ‘reported’ for suspected driving offences.

The smash happened just before 3pm on Sunday with emergency services called to the road in Halliwell.

A Peugeot, a Mercedes and a BMW were involved in the crash.

(Image: Phil Taylor)

The crash, at the junction of Elgin Street and Wordsworth Street, left one vehicle on its roof.

The crash caused significant disruption, with the road closed for several hours.

Passers-by rushed to help those in the car as police and ambulances arrived.

Police taped off the scene.

Crash in Halliwell (Image: PHIL TAYLOR)

Greater Manchester Police confirmed that three people, including two children, suffered minor injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.

A spokesperson for the force said: “At around 2.45pm yesterday (10 May 2026), officers responded to reports of a collision involving three cars on Halliwell Road, Bolton.

“Three people – including two children – received minor injuries, not believed to be life-threatening or changing.

“A driver of one of the vehicles has been reported for driving without due care and attention.”

Images from the scene showed a grey Peugeot overturned in the road, with a BMW and Mercedes also sustaining heavy damage.

Debris from the vehicles, along with personal items, could be seen scattered across the carriageway.

Paramedics from North West Ambulance Service attended alongside police officers, while recovery teams worked to clear the vehicles.

Motorists were urged to avoid the area while the road remained closed, with drivers advised to seek alternative routes.