Three people cut from cars after horror crash in Bolton

Emergency services were called to the Blackrod Bypass earlier today

Three people were cut from vehicles by firefighters after a horror crash in Bolton.

The emergency services were called to the Blackrod Bypass earlier today (September 27) to reports of a two car collision. Paramedics treated the trio and they were then transferred to hospital for further treatment.

The road currently remains closed to traffic in both directions.

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A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: “At around 4:20pm this afternoon (Sunday, 27th September), firefighters were called to reports of a crash on Blackrod Bypass in Blackrod, Bolton.

“Two fire engines from Horwich and Hindley fire stations, along with the Enhanced Rescue from Leigh fire station, quickly arrived at the scene which involved a collision between two cars.

“Firefighters extricated three casualties who were trapped inside the vehicles. All casualties were treated by colleagues from the North West Ambulance Service and conveyed to hospital. Greater Manchester Police closed the road in both directions while crews worked to clear the roadway and make the area safe.

“Crews were in attendance for approximately 90 minutes.”