HGV driver dies in M62 crash

It happened in the early hours of this morning

Author: Sophie MerrickPublished 31st Jan 2023

An HGV driver has died, after a crash involving two lorries on the M62 at the Croft interchange, Warrington.

Police say they were called to junction 10 at 4.37am this morning (Tuesday 31 January).

Officers have confirmed that one of the vehicles was on fire, and one of the drivers died at the scene.

The second driver is believed to be uninjured and is helping police with enquiries.

The carriageway remains closed and people are being advised to avoid the area as the closure is also impacting nearby roads.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage is being asked to contact Cheshire Police on 101 or via the website quoting IML 1468300.

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