Tram and car smash into each other in Manchester causing huge delays
A large emergency response was on the scene (Picture: Darren Davies)
Tram services came to a near standstill in Manchester after a major crash in Tameside yesterday.
Emergency services were on the scene in Ashton Road after an accident at Droylsden tram stop between a car and a tram.
The area was cordoned off amid the emergency response, following reports of the collision around 5.10pm.
A Transport for Greater Manchester spokesperson said in a statement: ‘At 17:10pm on Monday, October 13, emergency services were called to a road traffic collision involving a car and tram near the Droylsden tram stop.
‘No services operated between Ashton and Velopark for a short period while the incident was dealt with, and passengers were able to use their tickets on local bus services.’
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Both the passenger and tram driver are alright, and the road has since reopened.
Tram services between Ashton and Velopark have since resumed.
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