Officers appeal for information following serious injury collision on the M67

Tuesday, 30 April 2024 14:45

By David Murphy

At around 2.45pm yesterday (Monday 29 April 2024), we were called to reports of a serious road traffic collision on the M67 eastbound between two vehicles, a Vauxhall Astra and Heavy Goods Vehicle.

Collision between a Vauxhall Astra and a HGV
38-year-old woman with non-life threatening injuries.
Five-year-old boy with life-threatening injuries.
The HGV driver - a 39-year-old man - arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing serious injury by carless driving.

At around 2.45pm yesterday (Monday 29 April 2024), we were called to reports of a serious road traffic collision on the M67 eastbound between two vehicles, a Vauxhall Astra and Heavy Goods Vehicle.

The two occupants of the Astra, a 38-year-old woman and five-year-old boy were taken to hospital to be treated for their injuries.

The woman’s injuries are described as not life-threatening; however, the child’s injuries are described as life-threatening.

A 39-year-old man - the driver of the HGV – was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving.

Investigations are ongoing at this stage.

Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.

They are also keen to speak to anyone who may have any footage, including dashcam or mobile phone footage from the area in the moments leading up to the collision.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting log number 2098 of 29/04/24.

Information can also be shared using our LiveChat function on our website: www.gmp.police.uk

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity - Crimestoppers - anonymously on 0800 555 111.

More from Local News

Rochdale could see new direct train route to London within four years

Rochdale could see a new direct train route to London as soon as 2027.
Police looking to identify two males following disorder at play off final

Police are looking to identify two males following disorder at the NWCFL play off final.
Arena victims will be remembered at fundraising day

THE VICTIMS of the Manchester Arena Bomb will be remembered with a special day of fundraising at The Rock Shopping Centre this month.
New children's book raises funds for Ukraine

A new children’s book by retired Rochdale head teacher Yvonne Weatherhead MBE has been published to help raise money for children affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Ocean Colour Scene to play Rochdale Feel Good Festival

Ocean Colour Scene are the third headliner announced for Rochdale Feel Good Festival and will top the bill on Saturday 10 August.
Human remains found in Kersal Wetlands believed to be Stuart Everett

Detectives in GMP’s Major Incident Team have reached a point in their investigation where they believe the victim to be Stuart Everett aged 67, who resided in the local area.
Four arrests as Harpurhey team tackle ASB and criminality in the community

Anti-social behaviour is something Greater Manchester Police’s officers will never tolerate – and this morning (1 May 2024), Harpurhey’s Neighbourhood Team conducted a triple warrant strike to tackle reports of ASB in the area.
Family pay tribute to ‘much-loved son, brother and uncle’ following fatal road traffic collision

The family of Shaun Davies, who passed away following a road traffic collision on Stockport Road in Ashton-Under-Lyne last week have paid tribute to him.