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ITV News
4 days ago
- ITV News
Pensioner dies in crash on M6 at Sandbach as 'unidentified' vehicle drives off
A man has died after his vehicle was involved in a crash with another - which then drove off leaving the scene. Police were called to the M6 at Sandbach, in Cheshire, after a silver Volkswagen Transporter van was involved in an incident with an unknown car at around 6.15am on 23 May. The driver of the van, a 71-year-old man, suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital where he died. Cheshire Police says his next of kin have been informed and they are being supported by officers. The other vehicle left the scene - between junctions 16 and 17 - following the collision and officers are working to identify it and its driver, the force added. Enquiries in relation to the collision are ongoing and officers are urging witnesses to come forward. Sergeant Andrew Dennison, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: 'If you witnessed the incident and have information which may aid us in locating the driver of the other vehicle, I would urge you to get in touch. If you have any information that may help, or you are the driver of the vehicle, please come forward and help us with our enquiries.'
Daily Mirror
25-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Urgent appeal as elderly couple found dead after car pulled from reservoir
John and Marilyn Saxon, both 78, were found dead after a vehicle was recovered from Crook Gate Reservoir in Denshaw, Saddleworth, on March 15, according to police Police have launched a fresh appeal after a "kind and generous" elderly couple were found dead when a car was pulled from a reservoir. Detectives are continuing their inquiries into the heartbreaking incident that saw John and Marilyn Saxon, both aged 78, lose their lives after their car was discovered in a Saddleworth reservoir. Emergency services were called to Crook Gate Reservoir, Denshaw, in the wake of the incident on Saturday, March 15, around 10am. It is believed the couple were driving on Huddersfield Road when their car left the road and ended up in the water. As the ongoing probe seeks to uncover the events leading to the crash, an appeal for CCTV footage earlier this week sought two individuals who may hold vital information. Yesterday, the Greater Manchester Police shared a new CCTV image, hoping it would help find two further people who could provide crucial evidence for the case. In gratitude for communal assistance, a GMP spokesperson said: "Officers would like to thank the public for their support in sharing the previous CCTV appeal as they were able to identify the two witnesses who we were previously appealing for help to locate." "Officers are now in a position in their investigation to release a further CCTV image of two more witnesses they would like to speak to who were also at Junction Inn car park, Rochdale Road in Denshaw at around 7pm on March 14, 2025, and it is believed they may have information, as witnesses, that could assist investigators. "If you are the individuals in the image, know who they are, or can provide any information about this incident please contact us, the Serious Collision Investigation Unit can be contacted on 0161 856 4741, quoting log 851-150325. "Alternatively, details can be shared on our LiveChat function on our website or via the independent charity, Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111." The family of the Saxons previously paid tribute to what they described as a "kind, caring and generous" couple, according to Manchester Evening News. Previously, a spokesperson for their family paid tribute to the couple, saying: "The family of John and Marilyn want to pay tribute to a kind, caring and generous husband and wife who sadly passed away following an incident at the reservoir on Saturday. The family ask for privacy during this difficult time."
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Road blocked as family and friends pay tribute to two teenagers killed in motorbike crash
A busy road has been blocked by locals grieving the death of two teenagers in Salford. Bins and gaffer tape was used to close off Lower Broughton Road where a tribute was placed for two teenage boys who died in a horrific crash between a car and motorbike. Family and friends had gathered to commemorate the boys who have been named locally as Kaine and Kailem. The road was initially open, as mourners left flowers, tributes and photos on the pavement near to where the crash occurred. However, it was later closed to the public after with friends of the deceased signalling to oncoming traffic to avoid the area. READ MORE: Two teenage boys killed in Salford horror crash named as dozens of tributes left at scene READ MORE: Two teenage boys, 16 and 17, killed in horror Salford crash Multiple Bee Network buses had to make u-turns on the road, with some passengers asked to walk the rest of their journey. One bus driver confirmed to the M.E.N that police had been called. Tributes left at the scene on Lower Broughton Road show a huge banner with 'RIP Kailem and Kaine' written on amid a sea of floral tributes. Framed pictures of the boys have also been left at the scene. Police confirmed two teenagers, aged 16 and 17, had tragically passed away following a crash between a car and a motorbike on Thursday evening (May 22). They said the driver of the car, a 24-year-old woman, had stopped to assist officers and no arrests had been made. Members of the community wrote tributes on banners hung near where the crash took place remembering the two young lives. "Kaine we love you, fly high," one wrote. "Kaine and Kailem RIP, gone but not forgotten," another read. "RIP lads, you will be missed," another community member wrote in tribute. "Forever loved, fly high," another message read. Greater Manchester Police have since issued an appeal for any information relating to the deaths of the two teenagers. Detective Sergeant Matt Waggett, of their Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: 'This is a heart-breaking and upsetting incident where two young men have sadly lost their lives and our thoughts are with their families. 'Our investigation continues so we can give them the answers they deserve. 'This is still an active investigation, and we are looking for anyone who has any information regarding the incident to come forward and get in touch with us.' Anyone who saw the incident or has dashcam or doorbell footage should call GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 3458 of 22/05/2025. You can also call 101 or talk to GMP via LiveChat at Always dial 999 in an emergency. Reports and concerns can also be made anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Daily Mail
23-05-2025
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Three men aged 19 to 23 die in crash as police arrest pair in second car for 'death by careless driving'
Three men have died and two others have been arrested following a two-car collision in a Nottinghamshire village, police have said. Emergency services were called to the scene at Cotgrave Road, Tollerton at around 11pm on Thursday, May 22. The driver of a vehicle, a 23-year-old man and two male passengers aged 19 and 21, were pronounced dead at the scene. Two men in another car, a passenger aged 20 and a 26-year-old driver who is in hospital with life-threatening injuries, have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving. Sergeant Mark Baker of Nottinghamshire Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: 'Three men have tragically lost their lives following this incident and our thoughts are with their family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. 'The victims' relatives have been informed and will be supported by specially trained officers. 'We will be carrying out a thorough investigation to determine what has happened. The road will remain closed while this investigation takes place.' Emergency services were called to Cotgrave Road in Tollerton shortly after 11pm on Thursday, May 22 Fire crews were sent from West Bridgford, London Road and Highfields stations following the incident on Thursday. A cordon remains in place as of 12pm today, starting just after Cotgrave Lane's junction with Cotgrave Road. Anyone with information or who saw the collision and has not yet come forward can call 101 quoting incident number 25*297832. Crimestoppers can also be called anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Two teenage boys die in motorbike crash in Salford
Two teenagers have died in a motorbike crash in Greater Manchester. Officers believe the boys, aged 16 and 17, were riding on the same motorbike on Lower Broughton Road, Salford, when they were involved in a collision with a silver Vauxhall Viva as they attempted to turn into Clarence Street. Emergency services attended the scene after the alarm was raised at about 8.20pm on Thursday and the teenagers were taken to hospital, where they were later pronounced dead. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said the driver of the car, a 24-year-old woman, stayed at the scene to assist officers. The families of both victims are being supported by specialist officers from the force. GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit is continuing to probe the circumstances of the crash, and no arrests have been made. Read more from Sky News: Detective Sergeant Matt Waggett said: "This is a heartbreaking and upsetting incident where two young men have sadly lost their lives and our thoughts are with their families. "Our investigation continues so we can give them the answers they deserve. "This is still an active investigation, and we are looking for anyone who has any information regarding the incident to come forward and get in touch with us."
