TWO men ran into woods after fleeing a car which was involved in a crash on the East Lancashire Road.

The incident happened at 4pm as officers on patrol came across a two vehicle crash near the junction with Moorgate Road, Knowsley.

Police say two men left one of the vehicles and ran off into woods.

Officers acted quickly and contained the area.

Other officers were called in to assist with the search too.

Police arrested two men on suspicion of numerous offences.

In a statement, police said; “Thankfully nobody was seriously injured during this incident and we are grateful for the help provided by members of the public who assisted us with locating the two suspects.”