Tributes paid to ‘loving daughter’ who sadly died following road traffic collision in Bury

At around 9.30pm on Wednesday 2 October 2024, Greater Manchester Police were called to a report of a road traffic collision between a car and a pedestrian on Manchester Road, Bury where a car collided with a pedestrian who was crossing the road.

Sadly, despite the best attempts of medical professionals at hospital, the 30-year-old passed away from her injuries on Monday 7 October.

The driver of the car - a woman in her 50s - stopped at the scene and was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by driving without due care and attention. She has been released on bail.

The 30 year-old woman has now been named as Amy McNicholas. Her family have paid her tribute:

“We are heartbroken at the loss of our loving daughter Amy who tragically passed away so unexpectedly. She was the kindest soul and a pleasure to always be around, our family will have a part missing now she is gone.

She was caring to everyone she knew and always had a smile on her face. Amy will be forever loved and missed by all that knew her.”

The family have asked for privacy during this difficult time.

PC Liam Farrelly from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) said; “Firstly, our thoughts are with the loved ones of the woman that has tragically lost her life. Specialist officers have been deployed to help her family through this very difficult time.

“We are continuing to investigate, and I would ask for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward if you haven’t done so already.

“We are keen to speak to anyone who may have any footage, including dashcam, mobile phone or doorbell 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 3263 of 02/10/2024.

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.