GMP’s serious collision investigation unit are appealing for further information following a road traffic collision in Rochdale

On Wednesday 9 August at around 1:35pm, officers were called to reports of a road traffic collision involving a car and a pedestrian on Wood Street in Middleton, Rochdale.

Emergency services attended the scene, and a 76-year-old man was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

The victim’s family have been made aware of the incident and both him and his loved ones are being supported by specialist officers.

A 63-year-old man remained at the scene and was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving. He was then taken to custody for further questioning and has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Initial enquiries suggest that a Vauxhall Astra had been travelling up Wood Street in the direction of Eastway. The pedestrian was crossing the road while the vehicle was travelling up Wood Street when the vehicle has collided with the pedestrian.

GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are now appealing for anyone who may have seen the incident to come forward.

They are also keen to speak to anyone who may have any footage, including dashcam, mobile phone footage from the area in the moments leading up to the collision.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting log 1755 of 09/08/2023.

Alternatively, details can be shared on our LiveChat function on our website, www.gmp.police.uk or via the independent charity – Crimestoppers - anonymously on 0800 555 111.