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BBC News
3 days ago
- General
- BBC News
'Help me find the heroes who saved my grandad'
A man is hoping to track down the strangers who came to the rescue of his grandfather after he fell down an embankment while riding his mobility Pringle, 90, was taken to hospital with five broken ribs after the accident happened on Stanley Street in Stalybridge, Tameside, on Tuesday Pringle said he had been trying to do a three-point turn when the vehicle got stuck in reverse and dragged him down the slope, pinning him to a fire door on a nearby several kindly passers-by came to former Paratooper's aid, helping him off the scooter and offering a blanket and clothing to act as a pillow until medical help arrived. Mr Pringle is now appealing for them to come forward so he can personally thank them and "buy them a pint".The 41-year-old, from Hyde, said he was "devastated" and "in bits" when a pedestrian first called him on his grandfather's phone to let him know what had told told how an older man had spotted the accident and tried to move the scooter but it was too heavy, so he flagged down two young men in a car to said those men then helped to move the scooter off Mr Pringle while one used his jumper to support his head, while another person brought a blanket. They waited with Mr Pringle until paramedics Pringle said he wanted to reach out to thank those who had helped but by the time he arrived at the scene they had gone.A message posted on Facebook by Mr Pringle in a bid to try to find them has since been shared hundreds of times."I was very grateful and thankful that people like that still exist in the world," he said he wanted to return the jumper to one of the men who helped and "just to maybe buy him a pint and tell him I'm grateful"."It gave me a bit of a boost that there's still community spirit out there," he Pringle said the accident happened while his grandfather was on his way to do some shopping on his scooter, which he affectionately calls his "Harley".He had forgotten his wallet and had been trying to turn around to go back home to get son said he was continuing to recover in hospital and remained there for pain management. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Smoke sent billowing across area after 'scary' fire breaks out at house
Smoke was sent billowing across part of Tameside this afternoon after a fire broke out at a house. Fire crews raced to Mottram Road in Stalybridge after the blaze broke out, shortly after midday. The patio door of the property went up in flames, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue (GMRS) said. READ MORE: 'Bright and kind' girl, 13, who died after falling into reservoir taking whilst photos with dad is named as school pays tribute READ MORE: Oldham murder investigation LIVE updates after man found dead One local said the fire appeared to be coming from the back garden. They said it 'quickly caught fire' and 'got large immediately.' A neighbour with a hose helped douse water on it before firefighters arrived they said, adding it was 'very scary.' A GMFRS spokesperson said: 'At around 12.05pm today (Saturday 31 May), four fire engines from Stalybridge, Mossley, Hyde and Hollins fire stations attended a house fire involving a patio door on Mottram Road, Stalybridge. 'Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus arrived quickly one hose reel, one short extension ladder, a gas monitor and thermal imaging camera to extinguish the fire and make the area safe. "Crews departed after roughly one hour and 30 minutes in attendance." -- Day in day out, our reporters in the Manchester Evening News newsroom bring you remarkable stories from all aspects of Mancunian life. However, with the pace of life these days, the frenetic news agenda and social media algorithms, you might not be getting a chance to read it. That's why every week our Features and Perspectives editor Rob Williams brings you Unmissable, highlighting the best of what we do - bringing it to you directly from us. Make sure you don't miss out, and see what else we have to offer, by clicking here and signing up for MEN Daily News. And be sure to join our politics writer Jo Timan every Sunday for his essential commentary on what matters most to you in Greater Manchester each week in our newsletter Due North. You can also sign up for that here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to see everything we offer, including everything from breaking news to Coronation Street. If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our news desk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it. And finally, if there is a story you think our journalists should be looking into, we want to hear from you. Email us on newsdesk@ or give us a ring on 0161 211 2920.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Yahoo
80-year-old dies after being hit by cyclist
An 80-year-old woman has died after being hit by a cyclist taking part in a charity bike ride. The pensioner, who has not been named, was struck as a male rider was overtaking another cyclist near Stalybridge in the Tour de Manc, an event held on public roads that attracts more than 1,000 cyclists. The woman was injured on Sunday, May 4 and was airlifted to hospital, where she died three days later. The cyclist suffered minor injuries and remained at the scene. It is understood the woman was either walking to or from a pedestrian island near a junction on Mottram Road. The Tour de Manc is classed as a 'sportive', a non-competitive event in which cyclists can try to improve on their previous times. One eyewitness who saw the aftermath of the collision described the road as having earlier been like a 'racetrack' for cyclists. Another eyewitness was reported as saying the woman 'stepped out' into the path of the cyclists. The collision has again illustrated how the most vulnerable pedestrians, usually the elderly, can die from injuries caused by being hit by a cyclist. A police statement said the collision happened at 12pm in Tameside when a male cyclist had 'gone to overtake another cyclist which was moving more slowly in front'. Officers are appealing for witnesses to the collision to contact them. No one has been arrested. The statement added: '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.' Entrants to the event are called Mad Man'cers, who can cycle a variety of routes covering up to 120 miles of public roads. Shortly after the completion of the race, organisers posted on social media that the entrants had 'smashed it'. 'From first light to finish line, the energy, the effort, the Manc spirit – it was unreal,' they wrote. In a statement issued after the pensioner died, Danny Franks, the event founder, said: 'Everyone at Tour de Manc is truly devastated to learn that a pedestrian has died after a collision with a cyclist on our charity sportive last Sunday. 'Tour de Manc is a volunteer-run registered charity, which since 2016 has organised 10 route-signed and marshalled rides. Tour de Manc and riders on its 10 editions have raised huge amounts of vital funds for Greater Manchester charities. 'Our heartfelt thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased, and we will be cooperating fully with all relevant authorities.' Shane Hunt, who witnessed the aftermath of the collision as well as a member of the public administering CPR, described the public road as a 'racetrack' for the cyclists. He added: 'Earlier that morning I was driving down Mottram Road towards Stalybridge and I was behind six to eight cyclists. I was doing about 30mph and they were going faster. 'Not all of them – but most of them – were racing down as fast as they could without any regard to anyone else. I feel so bad for her family. She was crossing a road, but really it was a racetrack to the cyclists.' The Tour de Manc website explains how the Mad Manc is the 'toughest challenge' because all 124 miles have to be completed within a set 'time limit', adding: 'Too slow and you'll be diverted onto one of the shorter routes.' Sections of the route have 20mph speed limits. Last year, The Telegraph revealed how Brian Fitzgerald, a director at Credit Suisse, could not be prosecuted after he exceeded the 20mph speed limit while riding as a member of a peloton in Regent's Park and collided with Hilda Griffiths, 81, who later died. An inquest heard that cyclists cannot be prosecuted if they break speed limits. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Telegraph
10-05-2025
- Telegraph
80-year-old dies after being hit by cyclist
An 80-year-old woman has died after being hit by a cyclist taking part in a charity bike ride. The pensioner, who has not been named, was struck as a male rider was overtaking another cyclist near Stalybridge in the Tour de Manc, an event held on public roads that attracts more than 1,000 cyclists. The woman was injured on Sunday, May 4 and was airlifted to hospital, where she died three days later. The cyclist suffered minor injuries and remained at the scene. It is understood the woman was either walking to or from a pedestrian island near a junction on Mottram Road. The Tour de Manc is classed as a 'sportive', a non-competitive event in which cyclists can try to improve on their previous times. One eyewitness who saw the aftermath of the collision described the road as having earlier been like a 'racetrack' for cyclists. Another eyewitness was reported as saying the woman 'stepped out' into the path of the cyclists. Organisers 'truly devastated' The collision has again illustrated how the most vulnerable pedestrians, usually the elderly, can die from injuries caused by being hit by a cyclist. A police statement said the collision happened at 12pm in Tameside when a male cyclist had 'gone to overtake another cyclist which was moving more slowly in front'. Officers are appealing for witnesses to the collision to contact them. No one has been arrested. The statement added: '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.' Entrants to the event are called Mad Man'cers, who can cycle a variety of routes covering up to 120 miles of public roads. Shortly after the completion of the race, organisers posted on social media that the entrants had 'smashed it'. 'From first light to finish line, the energy, the effort, the Manc spirit – it was unreal,' they wrote. In a statement issued after the pensioner died, Danny Franks, the event founder, said: 'Everyone at Tour de Manc is truly devastated to learn that a pedestrian has died after a collision with a cyclist on our charity sportive last Sunday. 'Tour de Manc is a volunteer-run registered charity, which since 2016 has organised 10 route-signed and marshalled rides. Tour de Manc and riders on its 10 editions have raised huge amounts of vital funds for Greater Manchester charities. 'Our heartfelt thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased, and we will be cooperating fully with all relevant authorities.' 'It was a racetrack to the cyclists' Shane Hunt, who witnessed the aftermath of the collision as well as a member of the public administering CPR, described the public road as a 'racetrack' for the cyclists. He added: 'Earlier that morning I was driving down Mottram Road towards Stalybridge and I was behind six to eight cyclists. I was doing about 30mph and they were going faster. 'Not all of them – but most of them – were racing down as fast as they could without any regard to anyone else. I feel so bad for her family. She was crossing a road, but really it was a racetrack to the cyclists.' The Tour de Manc website explains how the Mad Manc is the 'toughest challenge' because all 124 miles have to be completed within a set 'time limit', adding: 'Too slow and you'll be diverted onto one of the shorter routes.' Sections of the route have 20mph speed limits. Last year, The Telegraph revealed how Brian Fitzgerald, a director at Credit Suisse, could not be prosecuted after he exceeded the 20mph speed limit while riding as a member of a peloton in Regent's Park and collided with Hilda Griffiths, 81, who later died.
The Sun
10-05-2025
- The Sun
Woman, 80, dies after being struck down by cyclist when she ‘stepped into road' during charity bike ride
AN 80-year-old woman has died after being struck down by a cyclist during a 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."
