Crash Chaos in Tameside: Car Smashes into Garage, Road Shut
Smash Heard Across Dukinfield
Residents in Tameside were left shell-shocked this evening after a car careered into a garage in Dukinfield. The crash happened just after 5:30pm at the busy junction of King Street and Wharf Street.
Witnesses described a “loud bang” as the vehicle smashed into the building, forcing closures and sparking panic on the streets.
Emergency Services Rush In
Firefighters from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) scrambled to the scene to secure the area. Police quickly cordoned off the site and directed traffic, turning the normally bustling road into a no-go zone.
No official word on injuries yet. Authorities have not released details on the driver or any passengers involved.
Locals Fear for Safety on King Street
Nearby residents gathered, visibly shaken. One eyewitness said: “It was a huge bang, then all you could see was people running over to the garage. It’s lucky no one was standing there at the time.” Concerns were raised about speeding vehicles along the stretch.
Road Closure and Ongoing Investigation
The road stayed closed into the evening as recovery teams worked to clear the wreckage. Motorists were urged to find alternative routes.
Greater Manchester Police confirmed that investigations are underway to uncover the full story behind the crash.
