Delays on M60 near Prestwich after six-car pile up
The crash happened between J16 near Clifton and J17 near Prestwich, and all emergency[1] services were on the scene. National Highways[2] shut one lane heading clockwise just before half eight while recovery took place. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed a "six-car pile-up" had taken place in the fast lane, but there had been no injuries, no arrests and no signs of fire or a fuel spillage.
They said all drivers and passengers were able to leave their cars[3] and stand in the central reservation.
National Highways announced that recovery had been completed in around 20 minutes, but warned motorists of ongoing delays.