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Ashlie Blakey

Man, 23, becomes second person to die after horror crash

A 23-year-old has tragically died following a horror smash in Manchester - making him the second person in the car to die of his injuries.

The crash happened on Chancellor Lane in the Ardwick area at around 7am last Sunday (December 4). Four males who were in the car were rushed to hospital from the scene.

Saadat Shah, a passenger in the car, tragically died from his injuries. The 26-year-old was described as a 'sensitive soul' by his family who paid a touching tribute to him.

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In an update issued this morning (December 11), Greater Manchester Police said the driver of the vehicle - a 23-year-old man - sadly passed away yesterday in hospital, six days after the crash. He died as a result of his injuries.

Specialist officers are supporting his family. The two other men who were in the car - aged 24 and 30 - have been discharged from hospital.

Saadat Shah died following a serious crash on Chancellor Lane (GMP)

Police said their injuries are not thought to be life changing. No arrests have been made so far.

GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are continuing to appeal for any witnesses of the crash to come forward. Officers particularly want to speak to anyone who might have footage or dashcam video of the crash.

Anyone with information should contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident 713 of 4/12/22. Alternatively, details can be passed via the LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk or anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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