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Teenage Pedestrian Killed in Police Chase on M66
18 Nov
Summary
- 19-year-old killed by car during police pursuit on M66
- BMW X3 involved in chase before crashing, passengers fled on foot
- Incident referred to police watchdog for independent review
On the evening of Sunday, November 16th, 2025, a tragic incident unfolded on the M66 near Manchester. According to the police, officers had initially spotted a blue BMW X3 driving at high speed on Bury Old Road and running a red light, prompting them to give chase. The pursuit continued until the officers lost sight of the vehicle, only to find it again on the Junction 18 roundabout of the M60 motorway.
It is believed the BMW had crashed into another vehicle at this point, and the passengers had fled the scene on foot. Tragically, during this time, a 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed by the car involved in the police chase. The motorway remained closed overnight as the Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) probed the incident.
The Greater Manchester Police have referred the case to their Professional Standards Directorate and the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) for an independent review. They are now appealing for any witnesses or those with relevant CCTV, dashcam, or mobile phone footage to come forward and assist with the investigation.
