A MAN involved in a crash this morning on the M53 near Ellesmere Port has sadly died, it has been confirmed.

Cheshire Police has launched an investigation into the fatal collision, which involved two large goods vehicles and a black Peugeot 307 at around 5.50am on Thursday.

A spokesman said: “The driver of the car, a 29-year-old man from Ellesmere Port, sustained serious and was taken to the Countess of Chester Hospital.

“Sadly, despite the best efforts of all those involved, he has since died; his next of kin have been informed and they are currently being supported by specialist officers.”

The motorway has since reopened, with junction 9 reopening at about 4pm.

Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with any information is asked to contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 46513.

Two men have been arrested in relation to the collision and are currently in police custody assisting officers with their enquiries.

A 50-year-old man from Ainsdale is suspected of causing death by driving without due care and attention.

And a 36-year-old man from Wrexham is suspected of causing death by driving without due care and attention, drug driving, possession of a Class B drug (cannabis).