Lees fatal road collision - police issue appeal for witnesses

Police were called to a serious road traffic collision in Lees at around 11:25pm on Monday, July 22

Greater Manchester Police investigators are appealing for information following a fatal collision in Lees last week.

Officers were called to a serious road traffic collision in Lees at around 11:25pm on Monday, July 22.

A 58-year-old man was driving a Mitsubishi Lancer along Elliott Street and crossed the carriageway of High Street, colliding with a building.

Despite the best attempts of emergency services, he sadly passed away at hospital.

GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are now appealing for information, including doorbell and dashcam footage to help understand the full circumstances.

Detective Constable Alexandra Giblin said: “Firstly, our thoughts are with the loved ones of the man that sadly lost his life in this collision.

"They are continuing to receive the necessary support.

“Our enquiries are still progressing at pace and I would urge anyone with information or detail that could help us bring answers should do so at the earliest available opportunity.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 0161 856 4741 direct or 101 quoting incident 4021 of 22/07/2024.

Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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