Police have confirmed that a nineteen year old male has died after being hit by a car at Simister Island last night
It is believed the deceased male may have been in a car previously involved in a pursuit with a GMP patrol.
A blue BMW X3 was initially spotted driving at speed on Bury Old Road and then went through a red light, which led to a police pursuit. Officers lost sight of the vehicle and found it on the Junction 18 roundabout of the M60, believed to be abandoned after having collided with another vehicle.
The passengers of the BMW had fled the scene on foot along the motorway, leading to a collision with a Tesla, where a 19-year-old man sadly died.
No arrests have been made at this time.
In line with normal procedure, referrals have been made to our Professional Standards Directorate and the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
The Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are now appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.
DC Ian Lawton from GMP’s SCIU said: “Officers initiated a pursuit in accordance with policy after a vehicle failed to stop for police after being seen driving at speed. The subsequent collision and tragic fatal injuries are now part of an independent review with the IOPC.
We extend our condolences to the family and are appealing for anyone with information to please come forward and report.”
