Bury woman who died in tragic crash pictured for first time

30-year-old Amy McNicholas was crossing Manchester Road when she was hit by a car earlier this month

Amy McNicholas
Author: Liam ArrowsmithPublished 15th Oct 2024

A woman who died after she was hit by a car while crossing a road in Bury has been named and pictured for the first time.

30-year-old Amy McNicholas was taken to hospital on Wednesday 02 October, and died five days later.

The driver of the car, a woman in her 50s, has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by driving without due car and attention.

She has been released on bail.

In an emotional tribute, Amy's family said: "“We are heartbroken at the loss of our loving daughter Amy who tragically passed away so unexpectedly.

"She was the kindest soul and a pleasure to always be around, our family will have a part missing now she is gone.

"She was caring to everyone she knew and always had a smile on her face. Amy will be forever loved and missed by all that knew her.”

Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses and any dashcam or CCTV footage of the crash, which happened on Manchester Road.

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