Three men have been arrested after police stormed homes in south Manchester amid fears they were being used for cuckooing.
Girl, 16, dies after being hit by car in horror smash as man arrested
24.02.2023 - 15:53 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A 16-year-old girl has died after being hit by a car in Oldham. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Rochdale Road around 1.30pm on Thursday afternoon (February 23).
Two cars had been involved in a crash before one of the vehicles mounted the pavement and collided with the teenager at the junction with Crompton Street in Coldhurst, police said.
Despite the best efforts of paramedics, the girl was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. A man in his 20s was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
READ MORE: Reports of gunman at park sparks police presence
He currently remains in custody waiting to be quizzed by detectives. The case has been referred to GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit.
Rochdale Road was closed for a number of hours on Thursday afternoon as officers and detectives carried out their investigations at the scene of the smash.
Pictures from the scene showed a large number of police and emergency services in attendance. A damaged black vehicle was visible within the cordon.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or who may have dashcam footage or doorbell footage to come forward.
You can do so by calling 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 1677 of 23/2/2023. You can also make a report via the website www.gmp.police.uk.
Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
READ NEXT:
Rape victims 'failed' as just 2.4 per cent of completed cases in Greater Manchester end in charge or summons
'We wish Raffi could talk and tell us his story' - cat missing for SIX years reunited with owners who had held a 'burial' ceremony for him
EncroChat gang with nicknames
The website popstar.one is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
16.03.2023 / 08:57
Man arrested after bus found driving along Metrolink tram tracks in Wythenshawe
The startling image of a bus driving along tram tracks in Wythenshawe was published online by police this morning (Thursday March 16). The vehicle's driver has been arrested on suspicion of various different offences.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
13.03.2023 / 17:43
Man arrested after police find fake gun, machete and drugs in 'suspect vehicle'
A man has been arrested after police found a fake gun, a machete and drugs in a 'suspect vehicle' in Manchester.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
13.03.2023 / 13:35
Woman died after being mauled by dog she took in as a stray
An animal-loving gran was mauled to death by a dog she took in as a stray.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
13.03.2023 / 13:35
Erik ten Hag gives verdict on Jadon Sancho position change at Manchester United
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag admitted that he was pleased with Jadon Sancho's contributions from the attacking-midfield position during Sunday's goalless draw with Southampton at Old Trafford.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
12.03.2023 / 11:35
Jadon Sancho sounds Southampton warning as Wout Weghorst makes Manchester United reaction claim
Here are your Manchester United morning headlines for Sunday, March 12.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
12.03.2023 / 01:23
Terror arrest after woman stabbed outside leisure centre
Police have arrested a man on suspicion of terrorism offences after a woman was stabbed outside a leisure centre. The woman was seriously hurt following the incident in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, on Thursday night.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
10.03.2023 / 19:27
Chris Brown parties at Menagerie bar after AO Arena gig
American music star Chris Brown is entertaining thousands of fans in Manchester this week at his three huge AO Arena gigs. And after the opening night show on Thursday, he decided to continue the party at one of the city's swankiest celeb haunts.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
09.03.2023 / 16:51
Sancho and Garnacho start - Man United fans name line-up they want to see vs Real Betis
Manchester United's supporters have called on Erik ten Hag to name a strong starting line-up for the Europa League clash with Real Betis on Thursday night.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
07.03.2023 / 13:43
Two Manchester men arrested 200 miles apart on suspicion of raping girls in major investigation
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of rape as part of an investigation into child sexual exploitation offences.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
06.03.2023 / 18:35
Man arrested after police stop him in park and search his Kinder eggs
Two Kinder eggs found by plain clothes police officers in a Wigan park were seen concealing an entirely different surprise to normal. The chocolate eggs are famous for hiding a children's toy inside.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
04.03.2023 / 17:35
'Hold my hands up' - Graeme Souness admits he got it wrong about Manchester United star Lisandro Martinez
Graeme Souness has admitted he was wrong to think Lisandro Martinez's height would leave him exposed at Manchester United this season.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
28.02.2023 / 17:55
Manchester United fans agree with Kylian Mbappe's thoughts on Jadon Sancho
Manchester United supporters have agreed with Kylian Mbappe's thoughts on Jadon Sancho after 'hijacking' his classy reply to the England forward on Instagram.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
28.02.2023 / 00:18
Man arrested after police seize cash, drugs and vehicle during early morning raid
A man has been arrested after police seized cash, drugs and a car during an early morning raid in Bury.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
27.02.2023 / 18:53
Former Manchester United defender aiming to upset Man City in FA Cup
Bristol City defender George Tanner spent four years at Manchester United before leaving the youth system in 2020 for a move to Carlisle United.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
23.02.2023 / 22:09
Brendan Rodgers makes James Maddison injury admission after Manchester United loss
Leicester City midfielder James Maddison reaggravated an ongoing knee issue during the 3-0 defeat against Manchester United and need to assess the player's fitness ahead of the weekend's match against Arsenal.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
22.02.2023 / 21:05
Is Man United vs Barcelona on TV in USA? Channel, kick-off time and live streaming
Manchester United welcome Barcelona to Old Trafford on Thursday with both teams carrying a chance of progressing to the last 16 of the UEFA Europa League. Courtesy of a Marcus Rashford strike and Jules Kounde's own goal, United emerged from Spain with an impressive 2-2 draw in the first leg of their knockout tie and were unfortunate to not win the game.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
21.02.2023 / 09:43
Manchester United star Jadon Sancho has perfect chance to back up Jamie Carragher claim
Jadon Sancho is back with a bang for Manchester United and has the platform to become the "superstar" that former Liverpool favourite Jamie Carragher predicted upon his arrival.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
21.02.2023 / 00:19
Peter Schmeichel sends message to David de Gea after goalkeeper equals Manchester United record
Peter Schmeichel congratulated David de Gea after the Spaniard equalled his tally for the most clean sheets for Manchester United.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
20.02.2023 / 15:37
Marcel Sabitzer sums up how Man United fans feel about Jadon Sancho performance vs Leicester
Marcel Sabitzer was keen to praise Manchester United teammate Jadon Sancho after the England international scored in the Premier League win over Leicester City on Sunday.