Four die in collision between taxi and car in Bolton

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by Aneesa AhmedJanuary 11, 2026 at 03:25 PM

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A collision between a red Seat Leon and a Citroën C4 Picasso taxi in Bolton, Greater Manchester, resulted in four fatalities and five injuries early Sunday morning around 12:45 AM. The crash occurred on Wigan Road, prompting a police cordon and response from emergency services, including fire engines and a technical response unit. The driver of each vehicle and two passengers in the Seat Leon died at the scene; three of the deceased are believed to be teenagers. Greater Manchester Police are investigating the incident and appealing for witnesses, dashcam footage, or any information related to the collision, urging the public to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit or Crimestoppers.

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