Man in 'life threatening' after being hit by vehicle on Hyde Road
Police are still on the scene of a 'serious collision' in Gorton
Last updated 4th Jun 2025
A man is in a life-threatening condition in hospital after being hit by a vehicle on a major road into Manchester city centre.
Police closed off Hyde Road in both directions following the crash near to the McDonald's in Gorton at around 23:45BST on Tuesday (03 June).
The road was still closed several hours later, causing long delays for drivers heading into the city centre on Wednesday morning.
Greater Manchester Police confirmed a man in his 30s was taken to hospital with injuries that are believed to be life threatening.
A man in his 50s was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving and remains in custody for questioning.
Police are asking for any witnesses to contact them.