A man from Little Hulton has been charged after a fatal crash on the East Lancs Road last month left a motorcyclist dead. Christopher Almond, 51, appeared in court following the collision, which happened near Worsley on Friday, 1 May 2026.

The incident took place at around 2pm when a car and a motorbike collided on the busy A580, a key route linking Greater Manchester with Merseyside that many Oldham residents use for commuting and travel. Emergency services attended the scene, and the motorcyclist—a man in his 40s—was taken to hospital with serious injuries. He was later pronounced dead, causing shock and sadness across the local area.

Almond, of Marsh Road in Little Hulton, has since been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, as well as driving a motor vehicle with an alcohol concentration above the legal limit. Police confirmed the charges in a statement this week, adding that Almond has been remanded into custody pending a further hearing.

Little Hulton is part of the Salford area but lies close to the Oldham border, and the East Lancs Road is a road familiar to many in our community. For Oldham readers, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers on our roads, particularly as the summer months bring increased traffic. The tragic loss of life has prompted local calls for renewed vigilance among drivers, especially on high-speed routes like the East Lancs Road.

Greater Manchester Police have not released the name of the motorcyclist, pending formal identification. However, they have expressed their condolences to his family and friends, who are being supported by specially trained officers. The force continues to investigate the collision and urges anyone with information to come forward.

Almond’s next court appearance is expected to be set for a later date. The charges carry serious penalties, including long prison sentences, reflecting the devastating consequences of dangerous driving and drink-driving on our roads. For now, the community is left to mourn a life lost and reflect on the need for road safety.