Woman bailed after two teenagers injured in crash outside Manchester nightclub

A car reportedly mounted the curb near Deansgate Locks, before smashing into two people

Author: Liam ArrowsmithPublished 30th Sep 2024

A woman has been released on bail after a car reportedly mounted a pavement outside a busy nightclub in Manchester and hit two teenagers.

It is believed the car lost control before smashing into two parked vehicles and two pedestrians on Saturday night.

A boy and a girl, both 18, were taken to hospital with serious injuries, and are still thought to be in a critical condition.

A 30-year-old woman arrested at the scene was questioned on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and has been released on bail.

Detective Constable Simon Venguedasalon of our Serious Collision Investigation Unit said; “Since this incident we have conducted our enquiries overnight and are now in a position to appeal to the public who were in the area for any eyewitness accounts and footage.

“We understand at the time, due to the location, plenty of witnesses were in the area near to the incident and would urge them to come forward if we haven’t spoken to you yet.

“As part of our investigation we are keen to understand fully the moment leading up to the serious collision to ensure we can provide the necessary answers to the loved ones of the victims who are currently still receiving treatment.”

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