POLICE closed a stretch of the St Helens Linkway after a crash between three cars this afternoon.

The section from McDonalds roundabout to Elton Head Road is shut, according to St Helens Council.

A Ford Transit, Peugot 306  and a Skoda were involved, said the police.

The driver of the Skoda, which is believed to be a taxi, has been taken to hospital. The extent of his injuries are not known

Motorists are advised to avoid the area.