Police in Bolton appeal for further information following an incident on Wigan Road

Around 12pm today (Wednesday 19 April 2023), Greater Manchester Police officers in a marked police car signalled for a black Seat Ibiza to stop on Wigan Road, Bolton.

The vehicle failed to stop and officers subsequently engaged in a short pursuit.

The vehicle - a black Seat Ibiza - collided into a shop window on Derby Street, Bolton, causing damage to the shop front and a gas pipe. Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and the gas board attended the incident to isolate the gas. A road closure was implemented on St Helens Road for a short period of time, however all roads have since been reopened.

The vehicle fled the scene of the collision and specially trained officers ended the pursuit in the interest of safety for other members of the public.

North West Ambulance Service also attended the location after the vehicle collided with a member of the public. A woman who suffered minor injuries was taken to hospital for medical treatment.

The Seat Ibiza was located abandoned a short distance away and has been recovered by officers.

Detective Sergeant Carla Deighton of GMP’s Bolton district said: “This happened on a busy street in Bolton in the middle of the day. People will have been either walking past or in their cars and we would like to speak to anyone who witnessed this incident, or who may have dash cam, mobile footage or CCTV relevant to this investigation.

“Officers want to speak to the driver regarding this incident as he may be able to assist with enquiries.

“Anyone with information or footage is asked to contact police on 0161 856 4198, quoting log number 1433 of the 19/4/2023. You can also use our Live Chat service on the GMP website.

“Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111”.