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M62 Crash: Arrest Made After Serious Injuries
11 Oct
Summary
- A woman was seriously injured in a three-car crash on the M62.
- A 20-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving.
- Police are seeking witnesses and dashcam footage of the incident.
A woman is in serious condition following a three-vehicle collision on the M62 westbound carriageway near Rochdale. The incident occurred around 22:00 BST on Saturday, October 11, 2026, involving a Mercedes van, a Volvo, and a Vauxhall Insignia.
Authorities have arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with the crash. He is being held on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and is currently in police custody for questioning. The motorway was temporarily closed between junctions 20 and 21 to allow for investigation and recovery, but has since reopened.
Greater Manchester Police are actively seeking any witnesses or individuals who may possess dashcam footage from the time of the collision. Information is crucial for their ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
