A MAN has died after being struck by a van in an alleged “road rage” incident – as cops launch a manhunt to find driver.

Emergency crews rushed to the scene in Oldham, Greater Manchester, on Wednesday night.

A cordon was in place off Chadderton Roundabout near the Elk Mill Shopping Centre in Broadway, following the crash at around 7pm.

The man, in his 50s, was later pronounced dead. He has not yet been identified.

A manhunt has been launched for the suspect, who is reported to have fled the scene.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: “Emergency services are responding to reports of a serious assault on Broadway in Chadderton this evening.

“A van collided with a male pedestrian, who sadly died at the scene.

“Officers are making enquiries to locate the offender. A scene remains in place alongside several road closures in the area.”

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