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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Sophie Halle-Richards

Police issue update after teenage motorcyclist killed in horror crash which saw road closed for hours

Police investigating a horrific crash which saw a teenage motorcyclist killed are appealing for information.

Emergency services, including the air ambulance, rushed to the scene on Denton Road in Audenshaw at around 1.10pm on Saturday afternoon (17 September) to reports of a collision.

Officers established that a Honda motorcycle and Vauxhall Vivaro were involved in the crash, near the junction of Shepley Road.

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The rider of the motorbike sustained multiple injuries and sadly died a short time later, GMP said. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.

Images from the scene on Saturday afternoon showed floral tributes left in memory of the victim, who has not been formally named. Dozens of posts were also left on social media paying tribute.

Serious Collision Investigators at the scene (Anthony Moss | Manchester Evening News)

Denton Road remained shut between the junctions with Shepley Road and Stanhope Street for a number of hours as police officers were seen guarding the cordon.

GMP's serious collision unit are now investigating the tragedy. Although the driver of the car remained at the scene to assist officers, the force are still appealing for help with their enquiries.

Anyone with information or dashcam footage of the incident should contact investigators via 0161 856 4741 quoting 1484 17/09/22. Information about crime can also be shared anonymously via the independent charity – Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111

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