4 days ago
Man, 38, dies after motorbike crash in borough village last night
A 38-year-old man has died following a motorbike crash in a borough village last night.
The incident happened at around 9.45pm on Tuesday (August 11) on Red Rock Lane in Stoneclough.
The man was found unconscious, with serious injuries and taken to hospital, bu he later died.
Officers said that they don't believe any other vehicles were involved and are investigating the circumstances further.
They added that the man's family are being supported by specialist officers.
Police are asking for anyone who might have witnessed the incident, has dashcam footage or who was in the area at the time to get in touch.
Red Rock Lane, Stoneclough (Image: Google Maps) READ MORE: Teenage motorbike rider seriously hurt in crash near Bury's Gigg Lane
READ MORE: Bolton tips: Abuse faced by workers will not be tolerated
READ MORE: Leigh: RSPCA appeal after goose killed by e-scooter
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said: "Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is appealing for information after a man died in Bolton.
"It is believed the 38-year-old man was riding a motorbike/electric bike on Red Rock Lane, Stoneclough, at about 9.45pm on Monday.
"He was found unconscious with serious injuries and taken to hospital but sadly later died – his family are being supported by specialist officers.
"It is not believed any other vehicles were involved.
"Our officers are now investigating and want to establish the circumstances that led up to the fatal incident.
"Anyone who saw the incident or has dashcam footage, or who was in the area at the time, should call SCIU on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 3929-11/08/25.
"You can also call us on 101 or talk to us via LiveChat at
"Reports and concerns can also be made anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
