A man has died after his car smashed into railings and a lamppost after he failed to stop for police in the early hours of this morning on the A6 in Bolton.
Police were on patrol when they attempted to stop a White Volkswagen Golf on the A6 Manchester Road around 1.00 am.
The car failed to stop for officers and drove off along Manchester Road towards Chequerbent Roundabout.
They found the car a short time later having collided with railings and a lamp post on the approach to the roundabout.
The sole occupant of the Golf – a man believed to be in his 20’s – sadly died at the scene despite the best efforts of emergency services.
The incident has been referred to the Independent Office of Police Conduct by GMP’s Professional Standards Branch in line with normal policy.
Inspector Danny Byrne, of GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Sadly a man has lost his life as a result of this collision and his family will be supported by specially trained officers.
“The scene will remain in place while the investigation is ongoing which means a number of road closures will be in place throughout the morning so commuters are advised to avoid the area where possible.
“As enquiries progress, I would appeal for any witnesses or anyone with any information that could assist our investigation to please get in touch.”
