Woman, 30, killed after car crashed into her while crossing the road – as cops arrest woman in her 50s

A 30-YEAR-old woman has died after a car hit her while she was crossing the road.

Amy McNicholas was struck by the vehicle on Manchester Road, Bury at around 9.30pm on October 2.

Greater Manchester Police were called to a report of a road traffic collision between a car and a pedestrian.

The driver of the car - a woman in her 50s - stopped at the scene and was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by driving without due care and attention. She has been released on bail.

Amy tragically passed away from her injuries in hospital on October 7.

Her devastated family have now paid tribute to her, saying: “We are heartbroken at the loss of our loving daughter Amy who tragically passed away so unexpectedly.

"She was the kindest soul and a pleasure to always be around, our family will have a part missing now she is gone.

"She was caring to everyone she knew and always had a smile on her face. Amy will be forever loved and missed by all that knew her.”

PC Liam Farrelly from Greater Manchester Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) said: “Firstly, our thoughts are with the loved ones of the woman that has tragically lost her life.

"Specialist officers have been deployed to help her family through this very difficult time.

“We are continuing to investigate, and I would ask for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward if you haven’t done so already.

“We are keen to speak to anyone who may have any footage, including dashcam, mobile phone or doorbell footage, from the area in the moments leading up to the collision.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting log number 3263 of 02/10/2024.