Vehicle crashes into shop in Bolton as building collapses and road closed

Vehicle crashes into shop in Bolton as building collapses and road closed A building has collapsed in Bolton following a serious road traffic collision overnight, with the junction of St Helens Road and Morris Green Lane closed as a result A building sustained 'major damage' and collapsed following a crash, police have said. Greater Manchester Police's traffic unit shared a photograph showing a scene of devastation in Bolton, where a major junction remained closed to traffic on Monday morning. It's not known whether there have been any injuries, Manchester Evening News reports. The junction of St Helens Road and Morris Green Lane in Bolton is closed as a result, according to police. The image shows a near-total collapse of the shop, with bricks strewn across the road and the roof caved in as investigators attended the scene. The crash is believed to have happened overnight, but details were scarce on Monday morning. It's not known what vehicle was involved. GMP's traffic unit said: "The junction of St Helens Road and Morris Green Lane is currently closed due to major damage sustained to a building after a road traffic collision. "If you usually go this way, please plan an alternative route leaving enough time."