A FOUR car pile-up on Blackburn Road caused traffic chaos for commuters in Bolton this morning.

The accident happened near the junction with Eagley Way at about 8am.

The vehicles involved were a green Ford Puma, a black Fiat Punto and blue Ford Sierra and a white Seat Ibiza.

A 46-year-old woman received minor injuries and a 26-year-old woman has been taken to Royal Bolton Hospital where her injuries are currently being assessed.

Two other women received minor injuries.

The road has now been re-opened to traffic.