A road has been closed in Wigan this afternoon after reports of a serious crash. Emergency services raced to Bolton Road in Ashton-in-Makerfield at around 1pm on Tuesday (September 5).
Eyewitnesses report seeing an air ambulance land nearby, as medics attend the scene. Police, fire crews, and paramedics can be seen on Bolton Road, which is closed in both directions from Wigan Road to Bryn Road South. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features Greater Manchester Police and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service have been contacted for more information. Follow our live blog below for updates. The M.E.N understands GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are working on the scene.
We are still waiting on a statement from GMP on the exact nature of the incident. Eyewitnesses report seeing a bike on the ground inside the scene, as well as a dented vehicle.
The M.E.N understands an air ambulance has now left the scene. Eyewitnesses report a huge emergency services presence on Bolton Road, with multiple fire engines, police cars, and ambulances on the scene.