Pensioner in his 80s rushed to hospital in 'serious' condition after being hit by cyclist
A pensioner in his 80s is in a serious condition in hospital after being hit by a cyclist. Police and paramedics were called to the scene on Chorley New Road in Bolton this morning.
The air ambulance was also seen to land close to the scene of the collision, near the Beehive roundabout. The injured man was rushed to hospital and remains in a 'serious' condition, Greater Manchester Police said. Detectives are appealing for any witnesses to the incident to come forward, as their investigation continues. A spokesperson for the force said: "At around 9.50am today officers were called to reports that a cyclist had collided with a pedestrian on Chorley New Road."Officers and colleagues from the North West Ambulance Service attended and took the injured pedestrian, a man in his 80s, to hospital, where he remains in a serious condition.
Detective Constable Shaun Whittaker, from GMP’s Bolton District, said: “We are asking for anyone who who may have seen the incident to please get in touch. We are particularly interested in anyone with any dashcam, doorbell or CCTV footage, which will help us establish the full facts." Anyone with information is asked to call GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 5757 quoting incident 1210 of 11/6/23. Information can also be shared on GMP's website, by calling 101, or anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Belgique Dernières Nouvelles, Belgique Actualités
Similar News:Vous pouvez également lire des articles d'actualité similaires à celui-ci que nous avons collectés auprès d'autres sources d'information.
'Forgotten pensioner' with no family leaves will out every night in case he diesEvery night, John Foster leaves his will on the living room sofa. The retired shipyard worker, who has no family, has spoken candidly about his battle with loneliness - and epidemic that's sweeping the nation.
Lire la suite »
'Growing concerns' for Glasgow man missing for four days as police issue appealBrian Lindores was last seen near the Calton Place area at around 5pm on Monday, June 5. He has not been seen or heard from since as concerns for his welfare grow.
Lire la suite »
Piccadilly Circus: Rooftop bar plans opposed by Met PoliceThe developers' aim is to make Piccadilly Circus a 'destination rather than a thoroughfare'.
Lire la suite »
Newtownards: Loyalist feud a drain on police resources, PSNI saysThe PSNI says close to £500k has been spent dealing with a series of incidents linked to rival drug gangs.
Lire la suite »