M62 four vehicle crash leaves one person needing hospital treatment

One person was taken to hospital while others were treated on the scene.

The incident took place on the M62 Eastbound at around 6:10pm, according to National Highways North West, between Junctions 18 and 19.

All those involved in the collision were transferred into the care of North West Ambulance Service, and one was taken to hospital for treatment.

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A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: “Shortly after 6:15 this afternoon (Monday 6th July), two fire engines from Heywood and Whitefield fire stations were called to attend a road traffic collision involving four vehicles between Junction 18 and 19 on the M62.”

“Crews arrived quickly and worked alongside Greater Manchester Police to make the area safe. All casualties were transferred into the care of North West Ambulance Service and one casualty has been conveyed to hospital.”

“Firefighters were in attendance for around 45 minutes”

The incident led to delays on the M62 for around three hours, though the road was never fully closed – one lane remaining open.

Two lanes remained closed well into the evening, allowing workers to undertake repairs to the road.

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A National Highways spokesperson said: “Throughout the incident, traffic has been able to keep moving by using the services.

“Two of the lanes are open and two are still closed.

“The closed lanes are closed due to necessary ongoing recovery work, including repairs to damaged street furniture and electrical work.”