Two pedestrians, a man, and a woman were hospitalized after being struck by a police car in the evening. The incident occurred on Wigan Road in Leigh around 9 pm, prompting a swift response from emergency services. Both individuals sustained serious injuries and are currently receiving medical care.
Following the accident, a cordon was set up, and the road was closed to traffic for safety measures. A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police confirmed that the collision involving the police vehicle and the pedestrians occurred at 9:08 pm on Wigan Road. The injured woman and man were taken to the hospital for treatment of their serious injuries.
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