The Bolton community is in mourning after police confirmed the identities of four people killed in a devastating early morning collision. The head-on crash, which occurred on Wigan Road, claimed the lives of three teenagers and a man in his 50s.
Details of the Fatal Collision
Emergency services were called to the scene of the wreck at 2.44am on Sunday, 11 January 2026. The incident involved a Seat Leon and a Citroen C4 Picasso. Tragically, the three teenage occupants of the Seat Leon and the driver of the Citroen, believed to be a taxi driver, were pronounced dead at the scene.
In addition to the four fatalities, five more people sustained injuries and were transported to hospital for urgent medical treatment. The road remained closed throughout the day as specialist police investigators conducted a thorough forensic examination of the scene.
Victims Named by Community Leaders
The Bolton Council of Mosques (BCoM), which is supporting the bereaved families, publicly named the four deceased individuals. The community has been asked to respect the families' privacy during this immensely difficult time.
The victims have been identified as:
- Muhammad Danyaal Asghar Ali, of Knutshaw Crescent, Bolton
- Farhan Patel, of Briercliffe Road, Bolton
- Mohammed Jibrael Mukhtar, of Junction Road, Bolton
- Mosrab Ali, of Ash Street, Blackburn
In a heartfelt statement, BCoM said: "BCOM is very sad to announce that there was a tragic accident early hours in the morning and the subsequent loss of four young lives. BCOM is closely supporting the families and liaising with the relevant authorities."
Ongoing Investigation and Community Response
Police investigations are continuing as officers work to establish the full circumstances that led to the catastrophic crash. The authorities have been praised for handling the situation "professionally, expediently and empathetically."
The local community has united in grief, with calls for prayers for the deceased and their devastated families. BCoM indicated that funeral arrangements would be communicated as soon as possible.
This tragic event on Wigan Road has sent shockwaves through Bolton, highlighting the profound consequences of road traffic collisions and leaving multiple families to cope with an irreplaceable loss.
