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A woman in her 50s has tragically died after being struck by a lorry at a busy junction in London.
The incident occurred shortly before 8 am on Saturday at the junction of Whitechapel High Street and Commercial Road.
Emergency services, including police and ambulance crews, were called to the scene.
The woman was pronounced dead at the scene.
The lorry driver stopped at the scene and is assisting police with their enquiries.
No arrests have been made.
A crime scene has been set up at the location, and road closures are in place, causing significant traffic disruption in the area.
The road closures are expected to last for several hours as the investigation continues.
The local London bus routes 25, 205, and 254 have been diverted due to the incident.
Witnesses are being asked to come forward to assist with the investigation.
The police are also appealing to anyone with dashcam footage of the incident to contact them.
The death is a stark reminder of the dangers posed to pedestrians and cyclists at busy road junctions, and the need for improved road safety measures in urban areas.
The identity of the woman has not yet been released.
This tragic event highlights the vulnerability of road users, particularly in high-traffic zones, and the importance of vigilance from all parties.
The Metropolitan Police are leading the investigation and are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the collision.
2025-09-15 13:19:00



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