A motorcyclist has been seriously injured in a road traffic collision on Mottram Moor in Tameside this afternoon. The man, believed to be in his 50s, was involved in a crash with a van between Mottram in Longdendale and Hollingworth.
Air ambulance called to the scene
The incident took place around 4.30pm today, Wednesday, October 14. The man was rushed to hospital in an air ambulance following the crash. Eyewitness reports describe the air ambulance landing near the scene earlier this afternoon.
Greater Manchester Police said the motorcyclist has suffered serious injuries, although these are not believed to be life-changing or life-threatening at this stage.
Road closure and traffic disruption
A road closure was put in place while police dealt with the incident. Traffic was backed up towards Tintwhistle, with some motorists complaining of being stuck near the Hattersley roundabout for 30 minutes.
