Appeal for information after cyclist dies in Trafford collision
A cyclist in his 50s died after being hit by a car at the junction of Paddock Lane and Warburton Lane in Altrincham, Trafford, around 6:10pm on 20 April 2026; three men and one woman have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is appealing for information after a cyclist has died in Trafford.
Officers were called to Paddock Lane, at the junction with Warburton Lane and Dunham Road, Altrincham at around 6:10pm yesterday (20.04.26) following reports of a collision involving a cyclist and a car.
The car failed to stop however over the course of yesterday and today, officers have made 4 arrests in relation to this incident. Three men and one woman have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. All remain in custody for questioning.
The cyclist, a man in his 50s, was treated at the scene however despite best efforts by emergency services, he sadly died. Our thoughts are with his family, who are being supported by specialist officers.
If you have any information or dashcam footage of this incident which could assist the investigation, please contact SCIU on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 2771 of 20.04.26.
Alternatively, you can call us on 101 or talk to us via LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk. Information can also be submitted anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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