By James Holt
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A road was taped off and an air ambulance called following reports of a serious crash in Wigan on Tuesday evening (September 23). Golborne Road in Ashton-in-Makerfield was cordoned off in both directions by police with a number of emergency services vehicles, including police and paramedics, in attendance. An air ambulance also landed nearby following the incident, which witnesses claimed involved a bike and another vehicle. Never miss a story with the MEN’s daily Catch Up newsletter – get it in your inbox by signing up here The main road was taped off from Lord Street, with traffic officers also at the scene diverting motorists away from the incident. One witness claimed the motorcyclist was being treated by paramedics at the roadside before being rushed to hospital by paramedics. “I saw a motorbike on the road and guy on the floor getting CPR from a lady,” one local told the M.E.N. “It was awful to see. I’m praying he’s ok. So many came out of their homes to help.” The road remained closed off amid police investigations into the crash. Local Councillor Danny Fletcher said in a statement: “I’m aware of the serious road traffic incident on Golborne Road this evening and have seen footage of what happened. “I’ve been in contact with some residents and our local policing team. My thoughts and prayers are with those involved.” No further details have been released. Greater Manchester Police have been approached for a statement. — Day in day out, our reporters in the Manchester Evening News newsroom bring you remarkable stories from all aspects of Mancunian life. However, with the pace of life these days, the frenetic news agenda and social media algorithms, you might not be getting a chance to read it. That’s why every week our Features and Perspectives editor Rob Williams brings you Unmissable , highlighting the best of what we do – bringing it to you directly from us. Make sure you don’t miss out, and see what else we have to offer, by clicking here and signing up for MEN Daily News. And be sure to join our politics writer Jo Timan every Sunday for his essential commentary on what matters most to you in Greater Manchester each week in our newsletter Due North. You can also sign up for that here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to see everything we offer, including everything from breaking news to Coronation Street . If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our news desk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you’ll be the first to hear about it. And finally, if there is a story you think our journalists should be looking into, we want to hear from you. Email us on newsdesk@men-news.co.uk or give us a ring on 0161 211 2920.
