A motorcyclist has died following a collision with a van on a road in Wigan, police have confirmed.
Officers were called to reports of a crash on Wigan Lane at around 4.25pm on Tuesday, October 27.
Greater Manchester Police said the collision involved a van and a motorbike travelling in opposite directions along the road.
A GMP spokesperson said: “Officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for information regarding a collision between two vehicles.”
It is believed the van had indicated to turn right when the collision occurred.
The rider of the motorbike, a man in his 40s, suffered fatal injuries.
Officers from GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit are now appealing for information as enquiries continue.
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the collision, or who has CCTV, Ring doorbell or dashcam footage, to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting log 2393 of October 27, 2026.
Information can also be passed via the LiveChat function at GMP's website.
Alternatively, witnesses can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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