Police confirm that a motorcyclist injured in a road smash near Wigan Infirmary last night has died
It has been confirmed that a motorcyclist seriously injured in a collision on a busy Wigan road has died.
Officers from Greater Manchester Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit are now appealing for information about the crash between a van and a bike on Wigan Lane yesterday (Tuesday October 27) at 4.25pm.
It was reported that the two vehicles were traveling along Wigan Lane in opposite directions and the van had indicated to turn right.
When making the right turn it is believed that the motorbike then hit the van .
The driver of the motorbike, a man in his 40s, sadly suffered fatal injuries.
Officers are now asking anyone have may have seen the collision or have dashcam footage of it to share it with us as their investigation continues.
Anyone with information, CCTV, Ring doorbell or Dash Cam footage is urged to contact police on 101 and quote log 2393 of 27/10/2026.
Reports can also be made via the LiveChat function at gmp.police.uk
Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.