Salford crash horror as two teen motorbike riders, 16 and 17, killed after car smash

Two teenagers have died following a serious crash involving a car and motorbike in Salford.

Emergency services raced to Lower Broughton Road at around 8.20pm on Thursday following reports of the collision. The road was sealed off near River View Primary School as paramedics and police worked. Police said the two males, aged 16 and 17, who were believed to be riding the same motorbike, collided with a Vauxhall Viva as they tried to turn onto Clarence Street. They were rushed to hospital but sadly later died. They added the driver of the car, a 24-year-old woman, stayed at the scene to assist officers.

No arrests have been made.

A huge emergency services presence was visible throughout the night, with Greater Manchester Police (GMP) tactical aid unit (TAU) and Specialist Operations Incident Command' among the police resources in attendance.

Debris could also be seen scattered across the road inside the cordon, as well as a silver Vauxhall and a motorbike, reports the .

In a statement the force said: "Two teenagers have died after a collision in Salford.

"Our specialist collision investigators are appealing for information about the incident that occurred on Lower Broughton Road at 8.20pm last night (22/5/25).

"It is believed the male teenagers were riding on the same motorbike when it was in collision with a silver Vauxhall Viva as they attempted to turn into Clarence Street.

"Emergency services attended but sadly a 16-year-old and a 17-year-old were later pronounced dead in hospital.

"The families of both victims are being supported by specialist officers as our investigation into the incident continues.

"The 24-year-old female driver of the car stayed at the scene to assist officers, no arrests have been made.

"Anyone who saw the incident or has dashcam or doorbell footage should call our Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 3458 of 22/05/2025.

"You can also call us on 101 or talk to us via LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk. Always dial 999 in an emergency.

"Reports and concerns can also be made anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."