A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a teenager last night.

The 19-year-old victim, who has not been named by police, was discovered lifeless on a road in Bury, Greater Manchester, at around 8.10pm on Monday. Officers were called to reports an incident between a vehicle and a pedestrian on Porritt Street in east of the market town.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said last night: “Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, the man sadly died. The family of the deceased are being supported by specialist officers.”

A man in his 30s was later arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody for questioning. Anyone with information, CCTV or mobile phone footage in the area is urged to come forward as the probe continues today.

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