Police want to hear from witnesses to a crash in Wigan in which a motorbike rider died

Police have confirmed a motorcyclist in his 40s died as a result of the collision.

Police have launched an appeal for witnesses to a fatal collision involving a motorcycle and a car.

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The collision happened on Atherton Road/Corner Lane in Hindley Green | Google Street View

Emergency services were called to Hindley Green, where Corner Lane meets Atherton Road, at 4.15pm on Tuesday after a crash between a motorbike and a white smart car.

The bike rider - a man in his 40s - suffered serious injuries and was confirmed to have died.

The driver of the car remained at the scene and is said to be supporting police inquiries. No arrests have been made.

Officers from Greater Manchester Police’s serious collision investigation unit (SCIU) are now appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.

They are also keen to speak to anyone with CCTV, dash-cam or mobile phone footage from the area in the moments leading up to the incident.

Anyone with information can contact police on 0161 856 4741, quoting log 2381 of September 22, or go to www.gmp.police.uk.

Alternatively, call independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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