Police continue to appeal for information following fatal accident on Mancunian Way
Police are continuing their investigation following the fatal road traffic collision on Mancunian Way on Friday morning where a man sadly lost his life.
The incident occurred at 12.50am when it was reported that a Volkswagen Passat had collided with a man in his 20s who sadly died at the scene.
Subsequent enquiries have established that a call was made to police shortly after midnight that reported concern for a man walking on the carriageway. Police believe the man in that report is the man who was fatally involved in the collision.
Officers were sent out as high priority to carry out an extensive search of the surrounding area but couldn’t locate him.
Due to this earlier report, police have referred themselves to the Independent Office for Police Conduct to look into their response to the search.
The driver of the Volkswagen, a man in his 40s, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
The victim’s family is aware and have been updated. They are being supported by specialist officers.
Serious Collision Investigation Unit are still appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.
They are keen to speak to anyone who may have CCTV footage, dashcam or mobile phone footage from the area in the moments leading up to the incident.
Sergeant Andrew Page, from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: "This is a tragic incident for all involved and we express our deepest condolences to the family of the man who has lost his life, and whom we are doing our utmost to support at this time.
“We’re committed to carrying out a full investigation into this incident and we want to thank the public for their patience this morning due to the significant delays and disruption on Mancunian Way this morning.
“If anyone has any footage or information that could help us in our investigation, please get in touch with us.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting log number 111 of the 31/10/25.
Information can also be shared using their report tool’ or LiveChat function on their website: www.gmp.police.uk
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity - Crimestoppers - anonymously on 0800 555 111.