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Man killed by Metrolink tram at Prestwich station Man killed by Metrolink tram at Prestwich station
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A man has been hit by a tram and killed at a Metrolink station in Greater Manchester, police have said.A man has been hit by a tram and killed at a Metrolink station in Greater Manchester, police have said.
Greater Manchester Police said the 33-year-old was struck by the tram at Prestwich station at about 13:30 BST.Greater Manchester Police said the 33-year-old was struck by the tram at Prestwich station at about 13:30 BST.
Tram services have been suspended between Whitefield and Crumpsall while an investigation takes place. Motorists have been advised to avoid the area. Tram services were earlier suspended between Whitefield and Crumpsall and delays were expected on the line for the rest of Monday.
A police spokeswoman said anyone with information about the man's death should get in touch.A police spokeswoman said anyone with information about the man's death should get in touch.