Coronation Street director injured in filming crash

The accident happened outside Jack Duckworth's (L) house Photo: ITV

The accident happened on the famous cobbles outside Jack Duckworth's house at Granada Studios in Manchester.

The victim, a 68-year-old female director, was treated for shock at the scene before he was taken to Manchester Royal Infirmary.

She is believed to have suffered a hip injury.

"We can confirm an accident occurred on the set of Coronation Street this morning during filming," a spokesman for ITV said.

"The accident occurred as the crew were setting up for a scene which involved a small amount of vehicle movement.

"The female director has been injured as a consequence and been taken to hospital.

"No other member of the crew or cast has been injured."

The spokeswoman said ITV's health and safety team are investigating the accident and liaising with the Health and Safety Executive.

Filming was halted for the day whilst investigations continue into what happened. The vehicle which hit the director is believed to be a "props" car regular used in scenes.

The male driver was also treated for shock at the scene and the inquiry is looking into whether his accelerator jammed.

Daily Telegraph