A WOMAN was tragically killed after being hit by a car in a horror crash last night with police arresting one person.
Cops and paramedics raced to the scene near Prestwich, Manchester, following reports of the collision.
Bury New Road was taped off in both directions while officers from the Serious Collision Unit attended the scene to investigate.
It was confirmed a pedestrian, a woman, was pronounced dead following the crash.
Her age has not yet been confirmed, said cops.
Police also arrested a suspect on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
The individual remains in custody to be questioned overnight.
A large cordon was put in place between Scholes Lane and Butterstile Lane following the fatal crash.
Pictures from the scene showed a huge police response, with a number of ambulances also in attendance.
A blue forensic tent was also erected at the roadside amid ongoing enquiries.
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