Man in his 50s dies in three car crash near Elk Mill

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 11:24

By Usma Raja

Officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a fatal traffic collision on Broadway, Royton.

Police were called to reports of a three-vehicle-collision at the turning into Elk Mill Retail Park at around 5:22pm yesterday (Tuesday).

Occupants of all vehicles suffered injuries but sadly, a man in his 50s, has been pronounced dead.

To help understand the full circumstances, the SCIU is now appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.

They are keen to speak to anyone who may have CCTV, dashcam or mobile phone footage of the incident or of the moments leading up to the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting log 2427 of 17/03/2026.

Information can also be shared using the ‘report tool’ or LiveChat function on the website: www.gmp.police.uk

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity - Crimestoppers - anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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