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www.aljazeera.comHere’s the latest reported incident involving a Greater Manchester Police pursuit near Manchester Airport.
- Summary: A police pursuit ended in a crash near Terminal 2 at Manchester Airport, triggering a temporary closure of the upper forecourt. The incident occurred in the early hours of May 5, 2026, with the pursuing driver reported as seriously injured and transported to hospital. The affected area reopened around 05:30 BST the same day. [BBC, ITV Granada, Express coverage corroborate the timeline and closures] [BBC][itv][express]
Key details and context
- Location and impact: The upper forecourt near Terminal 2 was closed for about three hours, causing travel disruption at Manchester Airport. The airport apologized for the disruption and thanked travelers for their understanding. [BBC][ITV Granada][Express][1][3][7]
- Outcomes: The driver involved in the pursuit sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital. GMP provided updates via social channels soon after the incident. [BBC][ITV Granada][Express][3][7][1]
- Public safety and follow-up: Police investigations and public safety communications continue in the aftermath, with authorities encouraging witnesses to come forward and with ongoing scrutiny of how incidents near major transport hubs are handled. [BBC][ITV Granada][7][3]
What this means for you
- If you’re planning travel to or from Manchester Airport, expect potential delays around Terminal 2 and check Manchester Airport’s official social feeds or website for real-time updates on openings and any teardowns or additional security checks. [BBC][ITV Granada][3][7]
- For broader context on similar airport-pursuit incidents and subsequent investigations, sources from 2024–2025 cover follow-up actions by GMP and external watchdogs; recent coverage remains focused on incident specifics and safety responses. [BBC][The Guardian][6][3]
Would you like me to pull the most current official statements from GMP or Manchester Airport or compile a quick travel-impact brief (delays, rebook options, and transport alternatives) based on the latest updates? If you want, I can also provide live links to the latest articles.