Tragedy as dog walker hit by Audi on footpath
A 62-year-old woman died and another was injured after they were knocked down while walking a dog along a footpath in South Staffordshire.
A 62-year-old woman died and another was injured after they were knocked down while walking a dog along a footpath in South Staffordshire.
They were struck by a silver Audi convertible car as they made their way along the A458 Bridgnorth Road at Stourton towards Enville.
The 62-year-old women suffered serious head injuries and was taken to Russells Hall Hospital in Dudley.
Her friend was treated for minor head and arm injuries. Neither has been named by police.
The dog, a Yorkshire Terrier, also died.
A 53-year-old woman from Shropshire was arrested in connection with the crash, which closed the road for three hours. She was released on police bail today pending further inquiries.
The incident happened at around 10.30am yesterday. Police have appealed for witnesses and anyone with information is asked to call 0300 1234455.