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A busy road in Wigan has been closed following a serious crash involving two vehicles.

Emergency services rushed to the junction of Bolton Road and Bryn Road South, in Ashton, on Monday afternoon.

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Bolton Road was closed in both directions between Princess Road and Golborne Road and bus services had to be diverted.

While speculation is rife about what happened, little has been confirmed so far by official sources.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service said: “Just after 3pm on Monday, fire crews were called to reports of a road traffic collision on Bolton Road, Ashton.

“One fire engine from Wigan quickly attended the incident, which involved two vehicles. Firefighters remain at the scene, alongside colleagues from Greater Manchester Police and North West Ambulance Service, and are working to make the area safe.”

Wigan Today has contacted Greater Manchester Police and North West Ambulance Service for more information but has not yet received a response.

Delays for drivers as busy Wigan road closed after serious incident