Man Killed in M60 Collision, Motorway Closed for Hours

A pedestrian died after being hit by a vehicle on the M60 motorway early Sunday morning, causing significant disruption. The incident, which occurred near junction 22, resulted in a lengthy closure of the busy carriageway for accident investigation.

Fatal Crash Details

Emergency services were called to the scene on the anti-clockwise side of the M60, just before 4 a.m. on June 29th. Police confirmed the collision involved a car and a pedestrian. The victim, a 57-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the site of the incident.

The motorway was shut down in both directions immediately following the crash. The closure remained in effect for approximately 12 hours, impacting traffic throughout the day as authorities conducted their investigation. The M60 eventually reopened around 4:20 p.m., according to National Highways.

Seeking Information

Greater Manchester Police are now appealing for witnesses and any available information related to the tragic event. They are specifically requesting anyone with footage from dashcams or mobile phones taken near the location around the time of the collision to come forward. Anyone with information can contact the police at 0161 856 4741, referencing log number 525 from June 29, 2025.

“The collision caused significant injuries and the pedestrian, a 57-year-old man, sadly passed away at the scene.”

—Greater Manchester Police Spokesperson

In 2023, there were 1,710 fatalities on UK roads (Department for Transport).

Contacting Authorities

Alternatively, details can be anonymously shared with Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111. Police are urging anyone with potentially helpful information to come forward to assist with the ongoing investigation.