CONGESTION is now easing on the M62 following a three-car crash. 

Drivers faced severe delays on the eastbound carriageway of the motorway, between junctions 24 and 26.

The crash happened at around 1.50pm. 

National Highways said in an update that all traffic has now been released and is flowing ih all four lanes.

"The congestion should now start to ease," said a spokesperson.