Feb 14 • 12:35 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway Aftenposten

Woman died after being hit by a car in Oslo

A 59-year-old woman was killed after being struck by a car in Oslo, and the male driver has been charged with negligence causing death.

A tragic incident occurred in Oslo on Saturday morning when a 59-year-old woman was fatally struck by a car in the Tveita area. The driver, a man in his 40s, immediately alerted emergency services about the accident. At approximately 10:03 AM, the Oslo police district confirmed that emergency services were en route to the scene, where resuscitation efforts were underway. Unfortunately, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene shortly thereafter.

Following the accident, the police cordoned off the area to conduct forensic investigations and gather witness statements. According to Eirik Sannes, the operations leader from the police, the incident is being treated as an accident. By 1:20 PM, the crime leader at the Oslo police district announced that the driver had been charged with negligent homicide as part of the ongoing investigation. A technical examination of the vehicle involved has also been initiated as part of standard protocol for such serious incidents.

The community in Oslo is likely to react strongly to this tragic event, emphasizing the importance of road safety and the responsibilities of drivers on public roads. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident will hopefully shed light on the factors that contributed to this unfortunate loss of life, highlighting both the need for accountability and potential preventative measures to avoid similar incidents in the future.

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