Two dead in M62 horror crash between two lorries and car shuts motorway

A lorry driver has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving

Following a horrifying collision on the M62 between two lorries and a car, two men have perished. Around 5.30 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, emergency services were alerted to a major collision on the westbound carriageway.

The motorway was stopped for the duration of the day as police and paramedics hurried to the scene. Tragically, the two males who were inside the automobile passed away at the spot.

Specialised officers have notified and are assisting their next of kin. The car’s driver suffered severe injuries and was taken from the scene to the hospital.

The 61-year-old driver of one of the two lorries has been taken into custody on suspicion of driving recklessly and causing death or serious harm.