Woman, 71, killed after being hit by car in police chase in Manchester

A woman has died after she was struck by a car being chased by police in Manchester.

The 71-year-old pedestrian was hit by a BMW at the junction of Kingsway and Wilmslow Road on Sunday morning.

Despite the efforts of paramedics, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Another pedestrian, a 64-year-old man, was also hit by the BMW, and is in a serious condition in hospital.

A 35-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident.

Greater Manchester Police said one of its patrols spotted the black BMW driving at speed on the M60 at about 12.20am on Sunday.

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The officer on patrol attempted to bring the BMW to a stop on Stockport Road using emergency equipment, but the car carried on until it collided with the two pedestrians, who were walking along the pavement.

Greater Manchester Police said the incident has been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct “in line with normal policy”.

Police Sergeant Phil Shaw said: “Tragically, a woman has lost her life as a result of this incident and our thoughts are very much with her family at this time.

“A full investigation has been launched and we are hopeful that there may be some witnesses who have dashcam footage that could assist with the investigation”.

Anyone with information should contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741, or visit the www.gmp.police.uk website, quoting incident 94 of 20 February 2022.

The independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.