A woman was struck by a car on a major road in Shaw yesterday, Monday.

At around 5.40pm, emergency services were called to reports a woman was struck by a car on Oldham Road.

Police closed the road after the incident from close to Shawside Care Home to Bullcoat Lane, by the Duke of York pub.

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It is not believed the woman sustained any serious injuries.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police confirmed officers were called out the incident.

The police said: "A woman was hit by a car around 5.40pm.

"No serious injuries thankfully."

North West Ambulance Service and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service have been contacted for comment.

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