Woman, 80, dies after being knocked down by cyclist in Stalybridge
No one has been arrested
Last updated 9th May 2025
An investigation has been launched after an 80-year-old woman died following a collision with a cyclist in Tameside.
The incident occurred around midday on Sunday, 4 May, at the junction of Mottram Road and Matley Lane in Stalybridge.
Police say a male cyclist taking part in an event was overtaking another rider when he struck the pedestrian.
The woman sustained serious injuries and died in hospital on Wednesday, 7 May. The cyclist was treated for minor injuries and remained at the scene.
No arrests have been made.
Greater Manchester Police are urging anyone with information or footage to come forward—particularly fellow cyclists in the event, or those with dashcam, CCTV, mobile, or doorbell recordings from the area.
Witnesses can contact officers on 101 or 0161 856 4741, quoting log number 1238 of 04/05/25, or use the Live Chat service at gmp.police.uk. Anonymous reports can also be made via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.