A 64-year-old pedestrian has died after being struck by a road sweeper in Little Hulton, Salford. Emergency services were called to the scene on Cleggs Lane on Tuesday morning following reports of serious injuries.
The victim was transported to a local hospital but passed away on Tuesday afternoon. The driver of the road sweeper, a 39-year-old man, was not injured in the incident, which occurred around 8:16 a.m.
Greater Manchester Police have stated that no arrests have been made as investigations into the collision are ongoing. The force is appealing for witnesses and anyone with information, including CCTV, dashcam, doorbell, or mobile phone footage, to come forward. Police can be contacted on 0161 856 4741 or via the Live Chat service at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 687 of 28/07/26. Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Local residents reported that the road was cordoned off for much of Tuesday due to a significant police presence.