Nan on mobility scooter killed after being hit by HGV at pedestrian crossing

02 February 2024 , 21:23

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Brenda Rostron, 63, was killed in the collision (Image: GMP)

The family of a grandmother who died after being struck by an HGV while on a mobility scooter have paid tribute to her.

Brenda Rostron, 63, was killed in the collision yesterday (February 1) as she was crossing Spotland Road, in Rochdale, Greater Manchester. A 32-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving. He has since been released under investigation.

In tribute, Brenda's family said: "Brenda is our mum, she is a loving nanna to our children and a friend to many. We have had our hearts broken at the news of her passing. No one should lose someone they love in this way, and all we want now is to be able to grieve as a family in peace and remember her and all the special memories we have of her.

"Seeing that people have been taking pictures and circulating them online has hurt us more than we can put into words and it has caused our family indescribable pain. We ask that people please take these down and do not share any more photos from the incident. We just need to be together as a family now and grieve in peace."

Emergency services were called to the scene of the incident on Spotland Road in Rochdale (MEN MEDIA)

Emergency services were called to the scene at around 12.20pm. Pictures from the scene showed a wagon and a police tent inside a cordon near the junction with High Street. Police Constable Philip Drummond of GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: "This has come as devastating news to Brenda's family and the images circulating online have caused distress and pain to a grieving family.

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"I want to echo their words and ask that any images or footage of this incident be taken down. We are still appealing for information about this incident and you should pass any information or footage directly to the police." A spokesman for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service said two fire engines, from Rochdale and Littleborough stations, as well as the technical response unit from Ashton-under-Lyne fire station, attended for around 30 minutes to assist police.

You can make a report by calling 0161 856 4741 quoting log 1373 of 1/2/24. Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Ryan Merrifield