A MAN was still in hospital in a serious condition today after his car ploughed into a tree in Blackrod.

Police are appealing for witnesses following the crash on Thursday afternoon.

The accident happened at around 2.20pm when a Volkswagen Passat crashed into a tree in Blundell Lane, 400 yards west of the junction with Little Scotland.

The driver, who comes from Bolton, was taken to hospital with serious head and internal injuries.

Anyone who saw the collision is asked to contact the Road Policing Unit on 0161 856.