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Teen riding e-bike in Salford dies from ambulance collision after being followed by police
GMP has referred the case to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).
A teenager riding an e-bike in Salford has sadly died after colliding with a parked ambulance after being followed by police.
Police traffic officers say they first began following the 15-year-old boy – who is yet to be formally named by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) – riding the e-bike along Fitzwarren Street and onto Lower Seedley Road in Salford at around 2pm yesterday (8 June), before bollards prevented their police vehicle from continuing to do so.
It’s believed that a short time after the police pursuit ended, the e-bike then collided with an ambulance parked up on Langworthy Road.
Following the collision, emergency services attended the scene, and ambulance crew were initially able to treat the boy immediately, before taking him to hospital shortly after, a North West Ambulance Trust spokesperson explained.
Sadly though, the young boy later died as a result of the collision, GMP has confirmed.
GMP has confirmed that a cordon has been put in place on Langworthy Road, where it’s believed to still remain, and local residents have revealed that flowers, candles, and cards have started being left at the scene beside a framed picture of the victim.
In line with what has been called “normal proceedings”, GMP has confirmed that this incident has been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).
The IOPC is now leading the investigation, and will be progressing matters further.
Addressing the case referral in a formal statement, an IOPC spokesperson said: “We were notified by Greater Manchester Police due to the fact that a police vehicle had been following the e-bike shortly before the collision.
“We have sent investigators to the scene of the collision at the junction of Langworthy Road and Lower Seedley Road, as well as to the police post-incident procedures to begin gathering evidence.
“Our investigation is at a very early stage, and we will provide further details once we are in a position to do so.”
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GMP says its “thoughts are with the family and friends of the boy who tragically died”.
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Manchester United legend Denis Law has died aged 84
Emily Sergeant
Manchester United legend Denis Law has sadly died aged 84, it has been announced.
The Aberdeen-born footballer was a prolific striker throughout his career, scoring 237 goals in 404 appearances for Manchester United – the club he signed for a then-British record transfer fee back 1962, before departing in 1973 – and also playing for Manchester City too for two separate spells during the 1960-61 and 1973-74 seasons.
Law was an integral part of United’s triumphant record-setting 1968 European Cup winning campaign, was the only Scottish player to have won the Ballon d’Or award, in 1964, and also the only man to have two statues dedicated to him at Old Trafford.
But, he previously announced in August 2021 that he had sadly been diagnosed with dementia.
A formal statement confirming Law’s passing by his family was announced by Manchester United this evening: “It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace.
“We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently.
“We know how much people supported and loved him and that love was always appreciated and made the difference. Thank you.”
The club itself added in a statement: “He will always be celebrated as one of the club’s greatest and most beloved players.
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“The ultimate goal-scorer, his flair, spirit and love for the game made him the hero of a generation. Our deepest condolences go out to Denis’s family and many friends. His memory will live on forever more.”
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Advice issued as ‘quademic’ of winter bugs continues to take hold in Greater Manchester
Daisy Jackson
People in Greater Manchester are being urged to get any vaccinations they are due done, as a ‘quademic’ of winter bugs runs rife.
Cases of flu, Covid, norovirus and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) are continuing to take hold across the country, and here in Greater Manchester.
The city is seeing more flu cases and hospital admissions than usual for this time of year.
So now health chiefs are urgently reminding eligible people to get their flu jabs and other vaccinations, to protect themselves and others.
Mancs are also being reminded to follow key public health advice, such as frequent hand washing and staying at home when you’re ill.
The flu vaccination drive runs until the end of March and people who are eligible for it can get it from their GP, pharmacy or one of the city’s walk-in clinics, where no appointment is needed.
Dr Cordelle Ofori, Manchester’s Director of Public Health, said: “Our advice is very similar to recommendations made during the Covid pandemic.
“It’s really important to keep washing hands well and regularly; cough or sneeze into tissues or your arm; wipe down key communal surfaces like handles on doors; and where possible, stay at home if you are ill to avoid passing on any infections.
“And, in addition to this we would urge anyone who is also feeling financial or food pressures to ring our free cost of living advice line on 0800 023 2692 or text on 07860 022876.”
Councillor Thomas Robinson, Executive Member for Healthy Manchester and Social Care, at Manchester City Council, said: “Manchester people are well-known for how they look after one another – and passing the flu message on could save lives, as well as unnecessary illness at a time when people face many pressures.
“We want to make it as easy as possible for people to have their vaccination, so please do go to our walk-in clinics if you are 18 and over and eligible for the vaccine. No appointment is needed: it’s quick, easy and done by teams who want to help you.”
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