A pedestrian has died after being hit by a bus on the A6 in Stockport, prompting road closures and diversions.
Police were called to reports of a collision on the A6 near Winifred Road, Stockport, at 10.40am on Friday morning (October 30). The pedestrian, a man, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to Greater Manchester Police.
Road closed and diversions in place
Part of the A6 in Heaviley has been taped off by police, with a large cordon in place on the road between the Premier Inn Stockport South and Alma Lodge Hotel. The road is expected to be closed "for some time due to the nature of the accident," according to bus operator High Peak.
The operator said the 199 bus service has been impacted by the incident, while the 192 and 391 services have also been diverted. Passengers were urged to make other travel arrangements.
Emergency response and statements
Emergency services remain on the scene, where a privacy screen was placed. A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: "Emergency services were called to reports of a road traffic collision involving a bus and a pedestrian on A6 Buxton Road near Winifred Road, Stockport, at 10.40am today (30 October). Sadly, the pedestrian, a man, was pronounced dead at the scene. The road remains closed while investigations are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the collision. Please avoid the area and make alternative travel arrangements where possible."
Alison Chew, TfGM’s Bus Network Director, said: "We are deeply saddened by the death of a pedestrian following an incident involving a Bee Network bus this morning. Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time. The incident happened on the A6 Buxton Road, near Winifred Road in Stockport at around 10:45am. Emergency services are on the scene, with road closures in place and the 192 service is currently diverted. We’re working closely with the police and our bus operator to provide support as they respond at the site, and will do all we can to support the investigation into the circumstances."
The road remains closed while investigations are ongoing, and people are urged to avoid the area.
