A woman has died after she was one of four people injured in two collisions with a car in Rochdale on Saturday, Greater Manchester Police said.
A 49-year-old male driver has since been arrested on suspicion of murder and remanded into custody.
The woman had been airlifted to hospital after she was hit by a car in Whitworth Road. Her age has not been confirmed.
Three pedestrians, including a child, were injured in Woodgate Avenue, around two miles away in a separate incident.
She was hit by a car in Whitworth Road
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All three who were injured suffered minor injuries and have since been discharged from hospital, police added.
The incidents are not being treated as terrorism-related.
Two large scenes remained in place in Rochdale throughout Saturday evening,
An investigation is being led by the force's Major Incident team.
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Assistant Chief Constable John Webster said the “actions of a single person have caused significant damage to the people of Rochdale”.
He added: “We are aware of comments on social media about the driver’s identity and ethnicity. The suspect is a white male currently in custody and no further details can be released at this time.
“I also want to reassure the public that ongoing efforts are being taken to ensure the safety of people in Rochdale and our Major Incident Team are conducting several lines of enquiry. The lone offender has been arrested on suspicion of murder and it is being treated as an isolated incident, with both scenes now closed and roads reopened.
Greater Manchester Police (file pic)Getty“This incident caused significant disruption yesterday and I thank the public for their cooperation and understanding while our officers conducted their enquiries.
“To all those people affected by yesterday’s tragic events, community solidarity and unity is vital in times like these and especially for the families and friends of those impacted by this incident.”
Any witnesses to the collisions in Rochdale are now being urged to contact police immediately or report it via their online portal.
