The motorcyclist was taken to the hospital but later died
Police at the scene of a RTC on East Lancashire Road, Swinton(Image: Jason Roberts /Manchester Evening News)
A man has died following a collision between a car and a motorbike on the East Lancs Road on Friday, May 1.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) attended the scene at the junction of the East Lancs Road and Old Clough Lane around 2pm after receiving reports of the crash. The motorcyclist, a man in his 40s, was taken to the hospital but later died.
GMP is now appealing for information from anyone who witnessed the incident. They are particularly eager to speak to anyone who may have CCTV, dashcam, or mobile phone footage of the collision or the moments immediately preceding it
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting log 1826 of 01/05/2026.
Police at the scene of a RTC on East Lancashire Road, Swinton(Image: Jason Roberts /Manchester Evening News)
Information can also be shared using their ‘report tool’ or LiveChat function on their website: www.gmp.police.uk
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity – Crimestoppers – anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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