A WOMAN driver suffered serious internal injuries in a crash between a car and a heavy lorry last night.

Anne Smith, 45, of Owlwood Drive, Little Hulton, was driving a Ford Sierra along Manchester Road, Wardley, when the accident happened.

Passenger Shirley Smith, 35, also of Owlwood Drive, suffered whiplash injuries. The lorry was driven by Brian Hacket, 33, of Standish, Wigan.

The accident happened at 9.20pm close to the junction with Banbury Mews and police are appealing for witnesses.

Witnesses are asked to contact Salford Traffic Unit on 0161 872 5050

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