Person suffers injuries as three cars involved in collision on Blackpool's Promenade with police at scene

Three cars were involved in a collision on Blackpool’s Promenade this afternoon.

The incident happened near Waterloo Road tram stop outside The Dutton Arms pub at around 2.30pm and involved what appeared to be a grey Mercedes, a black Hyundai and a white Peugeot.

The black Hyundai sustained significant damage in the collision, with its front-right lights completely broken and its bonnet crumpled by the impact. The grey Mercedes was also seen being towed away from the scene on a recovery truck.

Lancashire Police confirmed officers attended the incident and said one person suffered minor injuries which required treatment.

Officers were seen at the scene taking statements as they dealt with the incident, while the road was blocked by police.

The collision took place in damp conditions.