A tragic incident on the Manchester Airport Eastern Link Road resulted in the death of a motorcyclist in his 30s. Greater Manchester Police confirmed that the collision, which occurred around 12:40 pm, involved only the motorcyclist with no other vehicles implicated.
The A555, which was temporarily closed in both directions following the fatal crash, has now reopened, as reported by Inrix. Traffic has resumed to normal levels from A5149 Chester Road to A523 Macclesfield Road.
Authorities are urging any witnesses or individuals with dashcam footage of the incident to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit. The police can be reached at 0161 856 4741, quoting incident number 1398-26/04/2025.
This serious incident, described as involving only one motorcyclist, continues to be under investigation by law enforcement officers at the scene. The road closure is expected to persist for several hours into the evening.
Earlier, an air ambulance was dispatched to the scene but has since departed. Greater Manchester Police and North West Ambulance Service have been approached for official statements.
Emergency services are responding to the collision, and witnesses have reported observing a damaged motorcycle within the closed-off area. Drivers are advised to steer clear of the Manchester Airport link road due to its prolonged closure.
The A555 remains shut in both directions, causing significant traffic disruptions. Police emphasize the severity of the incident and recommend avoiding the affected area until further notice.
