Man dies as car slams into pub and explodes into flames following police chase
Shocking photos from the scene reveal a burnt-out car, now unrecognisable in terms of make and model.
A man has died after a car crashed into a pub and burst into flames following a police chase.
The vehicle collided with the White Lion in Heywood, Manchester, at around 3am on Monday before becoming engulfed in a fatal blaze.
According to Greater Manchester Police the car, which is believed to be a Dacia Sandero, failed to stop for officers. Soon after, the car smashed into the pub.
Shocking photos from the scene reveal a burnt-out car, now unrecognisable in terms of make and model.
The pub has also experienced significant in images showing the fire's extent, reports The Sun.
Fire crews have erected a tent outside the pub and forensic teams are combing the area.
Greater Manchester Police has since referred themselves to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).
The victim has not yet been identified as floral tributes are laid at the scene.
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A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: "Shortly after 3.15am this morning (Monday, 1 July), four fire engines from Rochdale, Heywood and Bury fire stations attended a building fire on York Street, Heywood.
"Crews arrived quickly and used four hose reel jets and four breathing apparatus to extinguish the fire.
"Road closures are in place and firefighters remain in attendance at this time."
Anyone with any information, CCTV, or dashcam footage is asked to contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting log number 299 of 01/07/24.
