A six-year-old girl is in a life-threatening condition after a crash occurred on Chorley Old Road last night (November 9).

At 10.30pm police were called to reports of a serious collision between three cars on Chorley Old Road, Bolton.

It is believed that one of the cars was travelling in an easterly direction along Chorley Old Road, with the second car exiting Avenue Street, onto Chorley Old Road.

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The first car crossed onto the opposing side of the carriageway, colliding with the third car.

Three people from the third car were taken to hospital for further treatment.

The injuries of a six-year-old girl are believed to be life-threatening.

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A spokesperson for GMP said: "GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit are following several lines of enquiry but are now appealing for witnesses and anyone who may have information regarding the incident to come forward.

"This includes anyone with relevant dashcam, CCTV, mobile, or doorbell footage from the area and captures any of the incident.

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"Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 0161 846 4741 or 101, quoting log 3388 of 9/11/24.

"Alternatively, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted, anonymously, on 0800 555 111."