Man released on bail after woman's death on A580 East Lancashire Road in Lowton

A female pedestrian suffered fatal injuries on the A580 East Lancashire Road in Lowton at around 12.50am on Monday.

The 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and taken into police custody.

Police confirmed on Tuesday morning that he had since been released on bail while the investigation continues.

A Vauxhall Insignia had been travelling towards Liverpool when it hit the woman, according to police.

The woman, who is believed to be in her 30s, has not yet been publicly named.

As the police investigation got under way yesterday, Det Sgt Matt Waggett, of Greater Manchester Police’s serious collision investigation unit, said: "Our thoughts are with the family of this young woman who are dealing with their loss.

"I appeal to anybody who may have seen the incident occur, been in the area at the time or may have seen the vehicle involved – a silver Vauxhall Insignia – travelling on the East Lancashire Road around the time of the incident to make contact with police, so we can fully understand the full circumstances of what happened.”

Anyone with information, dash-cam footage or who was in the area at the time and may have information is asked to call police on 0161 856 4741, quoting log 44-25/03/24. Information can also be reported online or by calling 101.

Alternatively, call independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.