A MAN driving a stolen car caused a four-car collision on the East Lancashire Road on Saturday, February 14.

The accident happened at Haydock Island at about 4.55pm when the stolen vehicle drove through, causing other cars to collide while trying to avoid him. The driver then climbed out of the car and escaped on foot, leaving a female passenger trapped inside the vehicle.

Paramedics treated two motorists for slight injuries on the scene and Traffic police are now appealing for witnesses to the crash. If you have any information, contact the Traffic Section on 0151 777 6721 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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