A man aged in his 70s has died in a motorbike collision, police have said. Emergency services were called to Haigh Road in Aspull, near Wigan, at 9.30pm on Wednesday.
Greater Manchester Police said the force received reports of a collision involving a motorbike and a pedestrian. GMP confirmed today - Friday - the pensioner was pronounced dead at the scene. He has not been named.
The force said the motorcyclist remained at the scene 'to assist officers with their enquiries'. There are no reports of any other injuries. Police have now issued an appeal for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
