Police appeal for information following fatal collision on Huddersfield Road

The tragic incident occurred at around 3:30pm last Friday

Greater Manchester Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) have appealed for more information following a fatal collision that happened on Huddersfield Road in Oldham, close to the Carrion Crow pub, last Friday.

The incident occurred at around 3:30pm on March 15.

Sadly, a pedestrian, an 81-year-old man, has since passed away in hospital due to injuries sustained in the crash.

The vehicle involved was a white Citroen Berlingo.

No arrests have been made.

Detective Constable Aarron Cramer, from GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Our thoughts are with the man's loved ones at this time after a traumatic week since the incident.

“Our enquiries are ongoing, and we are now in a position to appeal to the local public if they witnessed anything in the lead up to, during or after the incident - especially those driving in the area.

"Any bit of evidence may help with our investigation.

“We understand this stretch of road has caused concerns and we are continuing to work with the local district and key organisations to ensure road safety remains a priority in helping to reduce fatal and serious collisions.”

Anyone with information or additional detail, including CCTV or dashcam footage, are asked to get in touch with GMP’s SCIU department on 0161 856 4741, quoting incident 2007 of 15/03/2024.

Alternatively, you can call 101, visit: gmp.police.uk, or call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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