Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Saturday, 19th October 2024, at 15:55hrs
The driver is suspected of having suffered a medical episode before colliding with a bus
An investigation is underway following a collision that has left a man with potentially life-threatening injuries.
In an appeal made this afternoon, Greater Manchester Police said,
“At around 9:40am this morning (Saturday 19 October) on Higher Market Street, a male driver had a suspected medical episode whilst driving his car, resulting in a collision with a stationary bus.
The collision resulted in serious injury for the male car driver. A number of minor injuries were sustained by bus passengers, none of which required admission to hospital.
A scene was put in place and the driver was taken to hospital for treatment on his injuries, which are potentially life-threatening.
GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit are now appealing for anyone who may have dash cam, mobile phone or CCTV footage to come forward and assist their investigation.
Anyone who witnessed the collision is urged to call the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741, quoting log 1009 of 19/10/2024.
Alternatively, details can be shared on our LiveChat function on our website http://www.gmp.police.uk or via the independent charity, Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
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