Man killed by his own Land Rover ‘while trying to stop thieves stealing it’
The IndependentFor free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A man who was run over and killed on a quiet residential street in Manchester was trying to stop thieves from stealing his car, police believe. They are there for you and any detail, no matter how small it may seem, could help us.” Det Insp Smith thanked “brave members of the public who immediately came to assist the victim as emergency services arrived at the scene.”, adding: “This is a tragic incident where a man has lost his life and our priority at this time is supporting his family and getting them the answers they deserve. Regardless of how small this detail may seem; it could be key to our investigation.” Anyone with information or footage is asked to contact police on 0161 856 3635 quoting log number 1172 of 16 March 2024.