Rochdale crashes: Woman dies after being hit by means of automotive

A lady has died after she used to be amongst 4 other folks hit by means of a automotive eager about two crashes, police have mentioned.

She used to be airlifted to health center after the collision in Whitworth Road, Rochdale, on Saturday afternoon. That crash adopted some other the place 3 other folks, together with a kid, have been struck by means of the similar automobile in Woodgate Avenue, Greater Manchester Police mentioned.

A 49-year-old guy, who used to be arrested on the time on suspicion of attack and tried homicide, has now additionally been detained on suspicion of homicide.

Assistant Chief Constable John Webster mentioned the crashes have been “in no way related” to a counter-terror policing raid the place officials arrested a 40-year-old Iranian guy within the borough on Saturday.

He mentioned police have been “aware of comments on social media about the driver’s identity and ethnicity”, including: “The suspect is a white male currently in custody and no further details can be released at this time.”

Police mentioned neither crash used to be being “treated as terrorism related”.

The 3 individuals who have been hit in Woodgate Avenue suffered minor accidents and feature since been discharged from health center.

ACC Webster mentioned: “This incident caused significant disruption yesterday and I thank the public for their cooperation and understanding while our officers conducted their enquiries.

“We are dedicated to this investigation and feature vital sources devoted to it.

“To all those people affected by yesterday’s tragic events, community solidarity and unity is vital in times like these and especially for the families and friends of those impacted by this incident.”