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Three-Vehicle Crash on the M62 Near Rochdale Leaves Woman Seriously Injured
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Collision Details and Immediate Response
On the night of October 10, a three-vehicle collision occurred on the westbound carriageway of the M62 between junctions 20 and 21, near Rochdale. The vehicles involved were a Mercedes van, a Volvo and a Vauxhall Insignia. Emergency crews from Greater Manchester Police (GMP), the North West Ambulance Service and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene shortly after reports arrived at approximately 22:10 BST. A woman in her 60s sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. A 20-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and remains in police custody.
Official Statements & Responses
Greater Manchester Police confirmed that the collision prompted the closure of the westbound carriageway for roughly ten hours. The force’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) continues to investigate and has appealed for witnesses or dash-cam footage, asking the public to contact the police via 101, the live-chat service on the GMP website, or the independent charity Crimestoppers.
Data & Statistics
- Vehicles involved: Mercedes van, Volvo, Vauxhall Insignia.
- Victims: one woman (60s) in serious condition; one male driver arrested.
- Road closure: about ten hours, with the motorway reopening around 09:30 am on October 11.
- Incident reference number: 3374 of 10/10/26.
Impact and Ongoing Investigation
The prolonged closure disrupted traffic flow on a major east-west route, affecting commuters and freight movements. Investigators are focusing on the sequence of impacts and the role of dangerous driving, while also gathering any available video evidence to reconstruct the event.
What’s Next
GMP’s SCIU will maintain its appeal for information until the investigation is complete. Anyone with relevant observations or recordings is urged to contact the force through the channels listed in the police statement.