A woman is fighting for her life after being struck by a car in Bury last night, Wednesday.

A pedestrian, a woman in her 30s, was crossing Manchester Road at around 9.30pm when she was struck by a Peugeot 108.

She was taken to hospital and has been left with "serious life-threatening" injuries. 

The driver of the Peugeot, a woman in her 50s, stopped and was later arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by driving without due care.

She remains in custody while the pedestrian is receiving treatment in hospital.  

Police are now appealing for information following the incident.

A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: "At around 9.30pm last night (Wednesday), we were called to reports of a road traffic collision between a car and a pedestrian on Manchester Road, Bury.

"It is believed that a Peugeot 108 collided with a pedestrian who was crossing the road. 

"Our serious collision investigation unit are now appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.

"They are also keen to speak to anyone who may have any footage, including dashcam, mobile phone or doorbell footage, from the area in the moments leading up to the collision."

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting log number 3,263 of October 2.

Alternatively, details can be shared on the LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk or via the independent charity, Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.