Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday 27th March 2025, at 13:30hrs
A 50-year-old man has tragically died following a violent altercation near the Elk Mill roundabout in Chadderton, Oldham, prompting a murder investigation.
A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) were called to Broadway, Chadderton, at approximately 6:40 PM on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, following reports of a fight.
Preliminary investigations suggest that a dispute erupted between the drivers of two vehicles. The altercation escalated, culminating in one driver allegedly using his vehicle to strike the other man.
Despite the swift response and efforts of emergency services, the 50-year-old victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Specialist officers are providing support to his grieving family.
The suspect fled the scene but later turned himself in to police, where he was arrested on suspicion of murder. He is currently in custody for questioning.
Detective Chief Inspector David Moores, from GMP’s Major Incident Team, appealed to the public for assistance.
“While an arrest has now been secured and an investigation is well underway, I would urge anyone with any information regarding last night’s incident to please get in touch with us,” he stated.
“A man tragically lost his life, and we are supporting his family as we continue our work. Ultimately, we want to get them the answers that they deserve as we fully establish all the circumstances which led to their loved one losing his life.”
Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who witnessed the altercation or who may have captured relevant footage.
“I would urge anyone with information regarding last night’s incident to get in touch with us, as even the smallest amount of information could prove extremely beneficial to our work,” DCI Moores added.
GMP urges anyone with information, dashcam footage, CCTV, or mobile phone footage from the area at the time of the incident to contact them.
Information can be provided by calling 101 or using the Live Chat service at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 2812 of 26/03/25.
The Major Incident Team can also be contacted directly on 0161 856 0110.
Alternatively, individuals can provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
The investigation is ongoing, and GMP is committed to bringing those responsible to justice.
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