Serious Collision Investigators appeal for information after a car collided with a pedestrian in Lowton yesterday

Serious Collision Unit officers are carrying out enquiries after a collision involving a pedestrian and a car on Church Lane, Lowton at around 10.30pm yesterday evening (13 May 2024).

Through initial enquiries, it is believed the pedestrian, an 81-year-old woman, was walking down East Lancashire Road, Lowton when a vehicle travelling in the same direction had turned right into Church Lane.

The pedestrian has suffered life-threatening injuries and remains in hospital.

The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene to assist with enquiries.

Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.

They are also keen to speak to anyone who may have any footage, including dashcam or 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 number 3830 of 14/5/2024.

Information can also be shared using our LiveChat function on our website: www.gmp.police.uk

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity - Crimestoppers - anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Information can also be reported via www.gmp.police.uk or 101 or shared anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. In an emergency, always dial 999.