Overview

• An 80-year-old woman was fatally injured on May 4 in Stalybridge, Greater Manchester, after being struck by a cyclist participating in the Tour de Manc charity bike ride.
• The collision occurred on Mottram Road as the cyclist, believed to be overtaking another rider, collided with the pedestrian near the junction of Matley Lane.
• The woman suffered serious injuries and passed away in the hospital on May 7; the cyclist sustained minor injuries and remained at the scene.
• Greater Manchester Police have launched an investigation and are appealing for witnesses, including cyclists and bystanders with dashcam, CCTV, or mobile footage.
• Tour de Manc organizers have confirmed their cooperation with authorities and highlighted the event's use of open public roads with some temporary safety measures.