A HGV crossed into the central reservation of the M60, colliding with six other vehicles, Greater Manchester Police have said.

Several people have been injured, according to the statement reported by the Manchester Evening News.

“We are responding to a collision on the M60 motorway at junction 15 in Swinton involving an HGV crossing the central reservation, into the opposite lane, before going into the embankment,” a spokesperson for the force said.

“At approximately 7pm this evening, the HGV crashed into six vehicles.

“The M60 is closed clockwise and anticlockwise between junction 15 and 16. Several people have been injured and paramedics are on scene.

“We ask motorists avoid this section of the M60 this evening. Your patience is appreciated as emergency services continue to provide medical aid and investigate the incident.”