Two people are believed to be seriously injured after a car crashed into a set of traffic lights on a slip road off the M60 near Oldham.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said officers were called at around 4am on Saturday ( June 29) to a single-car crash on the M60 Junction 22 anti-clockwise exit slip road.

An Audi A3 was travelling in the direction of Hollinwood Interchange and crashed into the traffic lights and coming to a stop, with six people found in the car.

GMP said two of the people are currently receiving treatment for what are believed to be serious injuries.

The slip road has been closed since the crash took place as police carry out their investigations.

Now, police are appealing for members of the public who may have information to help them with their enquiries.

 

Detective Constable Rachael Stafford from GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “Since the early hours of this morning we have been investigating this incident to understand fully what has happened that has left two people in currently a serious condition.

“We are interested in speaking to anyone who witnessed the collision or the vehicle in the lead up to this incident, especially if dashcam or CCTV footage from properties is available and were recording at the time to help with our investigation.

“Anyone with information, we would encourage you to check and contact us direct on 0161 856 4745 quoting incident 618 of 29/06/2024 or through 101. Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”