Policeman killed in road crash
A police officer has died in a road crash in Manchester.
PC Christopher Hart, 40, was pronounced dead at the scene in Openshaw after his van collided with a Volkswagen Polo on Saturday night.
The father-of-one's van turned on its side and came to rest against a set of traffic lights.
PC Hart, who was a response officer based in Bury, died from serious head injuries.
His male passenger and the three occupants of the Polo were taken to Manchester Royal Infirmary shortly before midnight suffering from minor injuries.
Investigations have begun to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. His force said he was responding to an emergency call.
Assistant Chief Constable Justine Curran said: "This is a tragic incident in which a serving officer with Greater Manchester Police has lost his life.
"Our thoughts are now with his family and colleagues and we are offering them every support."
PC Hart's family were being comforted by Greater Manchester Police's family liaison officers.
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