Motorcylist dies after last week's collision in Middleton

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The motorcyclist was seriously injured last week in a crash on Rochdale Road, Middleton

The motorcylist involved in a collision with a van in Middleton last week has sadly died.

A white and black Honda CBR motorcycle was travelling along Rochdale Road in the direction of Middleton when it collided with a white Peugeot Expert van near the junction close to Hopwood Hall College on Wednesday 23 September.

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The rider of the motorcycle – a 31-year-old man from Wythenshawe – was taken to hospital by ambulance in a critical condition, but sadly died on Sunday 27 September despite the best efforts of emergency services.

The driver of the van did not receive any injuries and has been assisting police with their investigation.

No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing.

Sergeant Andrew Page, of GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man whose injuries have devastatingly proved to be fatal. Our specialist officers are supporting them at this time.

“I reiterate the importance of anyone with any information or footage of this incident contacting police and helping us to ensure that every possible line of enquiry is explored.

“If you have any dash cam footage or witnessed the moments before, during or after the collision then please come forward and get in touch.”

Anyone with information should call police on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 1886 of 23/09/2020. Details can be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.