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Child hit by vehicle in Stalybridge

Police have confirmed that an eight-year-old child has been hit by a vehicle in Stalybridge. 

Emergency services rushed to Hamilton Street in the town shortly after 5pm on Wednesday (16 February). 

A large response has been witnessed in the area and the road is cordoned off between the junctions of Cumberland Street and Harrison Street as investigations continue. 

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said an eight-year-old child on a bicycle was injured and a male is currently speaking with officers in connection with the incident. 

The child's condition is not yet known. 

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