M60 re-opens after police safely resolve 'concern for welfare'

By Alasdair Perry 8th Jan 2026

Local News by Alasdair Perry 8th Jan 2026

Four lanes of the M60 were closed in an anti-clockwise direction this afternoon (Thursday 8 July) (Image - Network Rail)

The M60 was completely closed in an anti-clockwise direction from around 2.30pm this afternoon (Thursday 8 July) as emergency services responded to a concern for welfare.

The A6 bridge over the motorway was also taped off as greater Manchester Police dealt with the scene.

The roads re-opened around 4.30pm, and the welfare concern was safely resolved.

Congestion continued along the A6 for some time after.

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