Urgent Warning Issued to Drivers After Serious M6 Collision

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Lancashire Police have released a dire warning to drivers after a recent road traffic accident on the M6 motorway, where multiple drivers were seen using their mobile phones to film the aftermath of a four-vehicle collision, injuring nine people. The police are particularly concerned about the reckless behavior of drivers, including a minibus carrying children, who continued to film the scene while driving. The authorities are urging drivers to remain cautious and patient, as the use of mobile phones while driving is one of the primary causes of fatal collisions.

Key Takeaways:

  • The collision occurred on July 14, between junctions 32 and 33 of the M6, resulting in nine people being injured, including children.
  • Lancashire Police witnessed several drivers using their mobile phones to film the scene while driving, including a minibus with children on board and an HGV driver.
  • At least five other drivers were observed using their phones while driving, and those caught will be reported and dealt with accordingly.
  • The police are warning drivers that filming at the scene of an accident is incredibly dangerous and illegal, and can cause further accidents and divert the attention of emergency services.
  • The use of a mobile phone while driving is one of the Fatal 5, increasing the risk of causing or being involved in a fatal collision.
  • Lancashire Police are urging drivers to remain patient and cautious, even in the face of long delays.
  • The serious collision investigation unit is investigating the incident, and the police are working to identify the drivers who used their phones while driving.

Statistics:

  • 9 people were injured in the collision, including children.
  • The collision occurred on July 14, at 10:27 am.
  • At least 5 drivers were observed using their mobile phones while driving, in addition to the drivers of the minibus and HGV.
  • The use of mobile phones while driving is one of the Fatal 5, a group that also includes travelling without a seatbelt, speeding, careless driving, and driving under the influence of drink or drugs.

Sources:

  • Lancashire Police (social media post)
  • Lancashire Police (press release)
  • "M6: Five people including girl, 6, seriously hurt in crash" (article title)