Overview
- A van crashed into a building at the junction of St Helens Road and Morris Green Lane, causing major damage and a near-total collapse that was reported at 2.10am on Monday.
- Greater Manchester Police said the premises is believed to be an estate agent, it was empty at the time and there have been no reports of injuries.
- A man in his 30s was arrested at the scene on suspicion of failing to provide a specimen of breath and remains in police custody as enquiries continue.
- The junction remains closed and drivers are being urged to plan alternative routes while emergency services and investigators clear debris and check the building’s stability.
- Local outlets published photographs showing bricks across the road and a caved-in roof and police have said they will provide further updates on cause, potential charges and reopening times.