'Major tram disruption' as services stopped after crash causes cars to block tracks
The crash blocked the main road in both directions
Tram services were stopped after a crash caused cars to block the tracks in Rochdale on Tuesday evening (June 3).
The collision involving a number of vehicles happened at the junction of Drake Street and Milnrow Road, which was blocked in both directions.
Police and emergency services were pictured at the scene as the roads were closed off, which also caused Metrolink tram services to be cancelled.
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The Bee Network said no services were able to operate between Rochdale town centre and Rochdale railway station due to emergency crews dealing with the collision.
Pictures from the scene showed three vehicles in the middle of the busy junction with a police van also in attendance.
"Due to a road traffic accident blocking the tracks there is no service between Rochdale Town Centre and Rochdale Railway Station. Metrolink apologies for any inconvenience," a Bee Network update said.
Customers were instead able to board trams towards Manchester from Rochdale train station.
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