A tragic incident has unfolded in Oldham, where a 90-year-old woman has passed away just six days after being struck by a car that was reversing. This unfortunate event occurred on Albert Street West in Failsworth at approximately 3:00 PM GMT on January 7. Following the accident, the elderly woman was taken to the hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries on Tuesday.
Authorities from Greater Manchester Police have reported that a 37-year-old man was detained on suspicion of driving offenses related to this incident but has since been released on bail. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision remains ongoing, and police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant footage of the incident to come forward.
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