Police are investigating after an elderly woman died when she was struck by a cyclist during a charity bike ride.
A male cyclist, who was taking part in the Tour de Manc, was riding along Mottram Road in Stalybridge when it is believed he tried to overtake another cyclist who was moving more slowly in front, Greater Manchester Police said.
He then collided with the woman, 80, as she was walking along the road close to the junction of Fern Bank at around 12pm on May 4.
Police said the woman received serious injuries and was taken to hospital where she died on May 7.
The cyclist, who received minor injuries, remained at the scene, police said.
No arrests have been made.
Police are now appealing for information as they continue their investigation. They are asking for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information to come forward.
Officers are particularly keen on other cyclists who may have witnessed the incident or have footage to come forward.
This also includes anyone with dashcam, CCTV, mobile, or doorbell footage from the wider area.
Officers can be contacted via 101, 0161 856 4741, or our Live Chat service at gmp.police.uk, quoting log number 1238 of 04/05/25.
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
