Cliff Notes
- A 50-year-old man was killed after a confrontation between two drivers led to one of them striking the other with a vehicle in Oldham, Greater Manchester.
- A 32-year-old suspect has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently in custody for questioning by police.
- Authorities are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward as the investigation continues.
Man arrested on suspicion of murder after motorist struck by another driver following row | UK News
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a motorist was struck by another driver.
Police said both men were involved in an altercation in Oldham, Greater Manchester.
They were called to reports of a fight in Broadway, Chadderton, close to the Elk Mill roundabout, at about 6.40pm on Wednesday.
Officers said it is believed that the drivers fought before one got back into his vehicle and struck the other man.
A 50-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene – and a 32-year-old suspect later handed himself into police.
He remains in custody for questioning, Greater Manchester Police said.
Detective Chief Inspector David Moores, from the force’s Major Incident Team, said: “While an arrest has now been secured and an investigation is well underway, I would urge anyone with any information regarding last night’s incident to please get in touch with us.
“A man tragically lost his life and we are supporting his family as we continue our work.
“Ultimately, we want to get them the answers that they deserve as we fully establish all the circumstances which led to their loved one losing his life.”
