A 19-year-old male driver has been arrested following a fatal car crash in Bolton that claimed the lives of two women in their late 50s on Monday morning.
Details of the Fatal Collision
Greater Manchester Police were called to the scene at the complex junction of Scout Road, Smithills Dean Road, Colliers Row Road, and Coal Pit Road at around 7.42 am. The driver of a Volkswagen Polo, travelling down Scout Road, collided with two pedestrians who were walking along Smithills Dean Road.
Both female pedestrians, aged 57 and 59, suffered catastrophic injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The road remained closed for several hours as emergency services and investigators worked at the location.
Arrest and Ongoing Investigation
The motorist, a 19-year-old man, was swiftly arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing two deaths by dangerous driving. He remains in police custody where he is due to be interviewed by detectives.
The force's Serious Crash Unit has launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident. Officers are conducting a thorough examination of the scene and the vehicles involved.
Appeal for Witnesses and Footage
Greater Manchester Police have issued a public appeal for information. They are particularly keen to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have been in the area at the time.
Investigators are also urging motorists with dashcam footage that might have captured the incident or the moments leading up to it to come forward. Anyone with information is asked to contact police immediately to assist the inquiry.
A police spokesperson reiterated the appeal, stating: 'We are asking for anyone with information, or who may have been in the area at the time the incident occurred to please come forward. This also includes anyone who witnessed the incident or have dashcam footage of it.'
