A 78-YEAR-OLD man died after being hit by a car in Deane.
Joseph Alan Hurst, from Bolton, was killed after being hit by a Skoda Fabia which was driving along Wigan Road at about 8pm last night.
Mr Hurst suffered a fatal head injury, and was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.
Officers said his family are receiving support from specialist officers, and have issued an appeal for anyone who saw the incident to come forward.
Police Constable Peter Cunningham, from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “This is a truly devastating time for Joseph’s family and we are supporting them as best we can with the help of specialist officers.
“We are carrying out an investigation to establish the full facts and circumstances surrounding this collision last night and are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident.
“Anyone with information is asked to please contact the Investigation Unit directly on 0161 856 4741 or 4742.”
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