A SECOND person has died after a horrific crash on the M56.

Several cars and a lorry were involved in the accident on the eastbound carriageway of the motorway between junction 10 at Stretton and junction nine at Lymm shortly before 5.30pm on Thursday, September 19.

And police have today confirmed that a 62-year-old man who suffered serious injuries during the incident died in hospital on Sunday, September 22.

His family have been informed and are currently being supported by specially-trained officers.

A 56-year-old woman had previously been pronounced dead at the scene.

She has not yet been formally identified.

Five other casualties were injured during the crash last week, suffering minor injuries.

The M56 remained shut for 12 hours before reopening at around 5am on Friday, September 20.

Cheshire Police have renewed their plea for information from members of the public as investigations into the accident continue.

A force spokesman said: “Officers investigating a fatal collision on the M56 in Cheshire are renewing their appeal for information after a second person involved in the incident died.

“At around 5.20pm on Thursday 19 September emergency services responded to a serious road traffic collision on the eastbound carriageway of the M56, between junctions 10 and nine – the incident involved several cars and a heavy goods vehicle.

“Sadly, a 56-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene, while a 62-year-old man was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

“Despite the best efforts of all those involved, the man sadly died in hospital on Sunday 22 September – his family are aware and they are currently being supported by specialist officers.

“A further five people sustained minor injuries as a result of the collision.

“Enquiries in relation to the incident are ongoing and officers want to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision or has any other information which may aid the investigation.

“They would also like to hear from motorists with any dashcam footage of the incident.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact Cheshire Police on 101, quoting incident number IML517424, or to call Crimestopers anonymously on 0800 555 111.