Police seek death crash witness

Police say the man could give "valuable" information

Police investigating the death of a teenager who was hit by a car have issued a CCTV image of a vital witness.

Greater Manchester Police say the man could give "valuable assistance" as they investigate the death of Carla Bate in Farnworth on 8 August.

The man was caught on camera as he stood in the Texaco petrol station in Albert Road, Farnworth, at 2200 BST.

He is not believed to be involved in the incident but officers say he may he able to help with the investigation.

Carla died at the scene of the incident

Carla Bate was with friend Leanne Keegan, 13, at the junction of Longcauseway and Albert Road in Farnworth, Bolton, when both were hit by a car.

Leanne is critically ill in Royal Manchester Children's Hospital and has not regained consciousness.

Steven Lewis, 35, of Westland Avenue, Farnworth, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving.

He has also been accused of failing to stop after an accident and failing to provide a breath specimen.

Two 14-year-old boys who were also arrested have been released on police bail.