Crash in Salford leaves one dead and another with serious injuries

Greater Manchester Police are asking people to avoid the area

Author: Abbie ChesherPublished 31st Dec 2025

Police have confirmed that a person has died following a single vehicle crash on Cadishead Way near to Irlam Locks in Salford.

In a statement, Greater Manchester Police say they were called to the scene at around 7.15am this morning (31st).

Investigations are continuing into how the crash occurred but it's believed to have involved a single vehicle.

Police say a person has died, but they have not yet been formally identified and that a second person is being treated for serious injuries.

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