A man in his 50s has died after a car he was driving crashed into a building in Oldham.

At around 11.25pm on Monday, July 22, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) were called to a serious crash in Lees.

Police have said that a 58-year-old man was driving a Mitsubishi Lancer along Elliott Street and before crossing the carriageway of High Street and crashing into a building.

The man was taken to hospital by emergency services, however, he died as a result of his injuries.

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GMP is now appealing for information from members of the public, as well as any doorbell and dascham footage that may have been captured which will help police with their investigations.

Detective Constable Alexandra Giblin said: “Firstly, our thoughts are with the loved ones of the man that sadly lost his life in this collision. They are continuing to receive the necessary support.

“Our enquiries are still progressing at pace and I would urge anyone with information or detail that could help us bring answers should do so at the earliest available opportunity.”

Anyone with any information is asked to call GMP on 0161 856 4741 or 101, quoting incident 4021 of 22/07/2024.

Alternatively, people who wish to pass on details anonymously can call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.