Shock Horror at Shaw Asda: 78-Year-Old Woman Killed in Car Park Crash
A 78-year-old pensioner has died after being struck by a van in the Asda car park in Shaw, Oldham. The tragic accident happened just days before Christmas, leaving the local community reeling with grief.
Van Smashes Into Pensioner in Busy Asda Car Park
Emergency services raced to the scene on Greenfield Lane at around 6:50pm last Thursday. According to Greater Manchester Police (GMP), the elderly woman was returning to her car when a Peugeot Expert van, driven by a motorist trying to exit the car park, hit her.
She suffered serious injuries and sadly died shortly after the collision.
Police Launch Full Probe Into Fatal Car Park Collision
The entire car park was cordoned off as multiple police units and ambulance crews attended. GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is leading a full investigation into the circumstances behind the deadly crash.
A large police cordon stayed in place while officers carried out their inquiries.
Community Left Shaken as Christmas Approaches
The tragic death has cast a heavy shadow over festive celebrations in Oldham. Shoppers and locals expressed shock and sadness, offering heartfelt condolences to the victim’s family.
More updates will follow as police continue their investigation.
