Ashton crash: Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run
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The crash happened in Hurst Cross
A man has died in a hit-and-run crash involving a van.
The 56-year-old pedestrian was hit by a white Mercedes in Hurst Cross, Ashton-under-Lyne, shortly before 11:45 BST on Saturday, Greater Manchester Police said. He died at the scene.
The van was later found abandoned in Park Road, Stalybridge.
A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He remains in custody for questioning.
Police urged anyone with information to contact them.
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