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Investigation update following double fatal collision in Salford

Factual summary of a published IOPC investigation, covering the incident, key findings and outcome.

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Published
2020-10-01
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Greater Manchester Police

What was investigated

The IOPC is investigating a fatal road traffic collision involving a police pursuit that resulted in the deaths of two men. An unmarked police car used its emergency lights and siren to signal for the car to stop, leading to a brief pursuit before a collision occurred.

Key findings

  • The collision involved a police pursuit.
  • Two men died in the collision.
  • An unmarked police car signaled the vehicle to stop.
  • The pursuit lasted less than one minute.
  • The police action is under investigation.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing, and the IOPC is reviewing footage and witness statements.

Read the full report on policeconduct.gov.uk

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Last reviewed: 13 July 2026 · Next review due: 13 January 2027

This is a factual summary of a report published by the Independent Office for Police Conduct. Individuals are referred to exactly as the source report anonymises them. BlueLineHub is independent and not affiliated with the IOPC · Summarised 2026-07-13.