Woman, 80, dies after being struck down by cyclist when she ‘stepped into road' during charity bike ride
The pensioner, who hasn't been named, was struck as she walked in Tameside, Manchester, at around 12pm on May 4.
But the elderly woman sadly suffered serious injuries and died in hospital days later, said Greater Manchester Police.
Cops said the cyclist - described only as a male who was part of an organised event at the time - is believed to have been overtaking another slower bike at the time of the collision.
GMP said the cyclist suffered minor injuries in the collision.
He remained at the scene on Mottram Road in Stalybridge and no arrests have been made.
The investigation is ongoing and police have issued an appeal for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
In a statement, GMP said: "At around 12pm on Sunday 4 May, a push-bike was being ridden by a male along Mottram Road in Stalybridge.
"It is believed that the bike has gone to overtake another cyclist which was moving more slowly in-front.
"As it has overtaken, it has collided with a female pedestrian at the junction of Matley Lane.
"The woman, aged 80, received serious injuries, and sadly died in hospital on 7 May. The cyclist received minor injuries. The cyclist remained at the scene and no arrests have been made.
"As officers continue their investigation, they are asking for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information to please come forward.
"The cyclist was taking part in an event and officers are particularly keen on other cyclists who may have witnessed the incident or have footage to come forward.
"This also includes anyone with dashcam, CCTV, mobile, or doorbell footage from the wider area."
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