A teenager who was "out enjoying himself" on a bike racetrack has died after a crash. 

The 19-year-old, who has not been named, was at an off-road bike track on Morley's Lane in Astley on Saturday, June 22. 

At around 1.55pm, he "lost control" of his motorcycle, causing him to be thrown off it. 

Despite the best efforts of emergency services, he died at the scene. 

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Now, police are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident at the track "and has not yet been spoken to".

Detective Constable Phil Drummond, from Greater Manchester Police's (GMP) serious collision investigation unit, said: "Our thoughts are with the family of this young man who was out enjoying himself on a racetrack – we are in contact with them to provide assistance. 

“We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have video footage, to please come forward. Your information could help our enquiries.” 

GMP can be contacted by calling 0161 856 4741, 101 or alternatively at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 1673 of 22/06/24. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.