POLICE have confirmed the names of a married couple who died following a crash between two cars last night.

Mark Young, 37, and Karen Young, 37, from Ashton-in-Makerfield, died following the smash on Liverpool Road, Haydock. 

Mr Young, known as Mike, was driving the silver VW Golf that was involved in the crash with a red Vauxhall Corsa.

Their children, a boy aged 16 and a girl aged 12 who were rear passengers in the car, are currently receiving treatment in hospital.

Their condition is described as serious.

A third man in the car, aged 29, who is not related to the couple, was also injured and his condition is described as critical.

The 27-year old male driver of a red Vauxhall Corsa who was also involved in the incident, is also receiving treatment for minor injuries in hospital.

The crash happened at about 7.20pm, say police.

Anyone who witnessed or has any information on this incident can call Matrix Roads Policing Officers on 0151 777 5747.

Alternatively call the 101 number quoting reference number 887 of 17 December 2017 or Niche 0517323098 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.