Tragic news from the M6 motorway: A devastating crash occurred when a Vauxhall Astra was reported driving the wrong way near Charnock Richard services last night. Police confirmed that the Astra collided with a Toyota Corolla, resulting in the Astra driver, a man in his 50s, losing his life at the scene. The two men in the Corolla, both in their 40s, were rushed to hospital with serious injuries.
The motorway remains closed as investigations are underway, with officers gathering information at the scene. Sgt. Rebecca Price from the Road Policing Unit has expressed condolences to those affected, emphasising that the investigation is in its early stages. The public is urged to avoid speculating about the incident online since real lives have been deeply impacted by this event.
If you were on the motorway last night or caught any dashcam footage, especially around 9:15pm on Blackpool Road in Preston, your assistance could be invaluable. The Astra might have been involved in a prior incident in that area, so any details could help piece together what happened.
This tragic event has not only caused significant traffic delays but also left many in shock. Let’s approach this with sensitivity and respect for those involved, and refrain from commenting thoughtlessly on social media. Your cooperation in assisting the police, either with information or by contacting them directly, would be greatly appreciated. For any tips or relevant footage, please reach out via 101 or email SCIU@lancashire.police.uk with log 1162 of 26th October. Stay safe, everyone, and let’s look out for one another.