A YOUNG woman has died following an accident in Beechcroft Road, Stratton.
The 32-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene after the collision, which involved a road sweeper and happened shortly before 4.30pm next to the Kingsdown pub.
Police today believe she may have been on her way to collect her child.
Her next of kin have been informed.
Insp David Ibbott said: “It looks like a tragic accident.”
The road is expected to remain closed for at least the next three hours while investigations are carried out.
Drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible.
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- On Friday police disputed some reports that weather conditions were a factor in the woman’s death; it is believed she was attempting to cross the road at the time.
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