A DRIVER has been arrested after crashing into four parked cars - then running away from the scene.

The was motorist tracked down by officers following the incident in Leigh Road, Westhoughton, at 3.45pm today (Thursday).

The man, who was driving a dark green Volkswagen Passat, was arrested on suspicion of driving while under the influence of drink or drugs.

A police spokesman said four cars were damaged but that they were not written off.

Firefighters were also called to the scene.

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