Truck Driver Arrested After Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Jerusalem
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- A truck driver was arrested in Jerusalem for a fatal hit-and-run.
- The suspect allegedly struck and killed a 70-year-old pedestrian.
- Police pursued and apprehended the driver shortly after the incident.
- The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency services.
Police in Jerusalem have arrested a truck driver suspected of fatally striking a 70-year-old pedestrian and fleeing the scene. The incident occurred on Sunday in the Rahavia neighborhood. Emergency services were called to the scene and found the pedestrian unconscious with no pulse or breathing. Bystanders reported that a truck had hit her. Responders attempted resuscitation efforts but were ultimately forced to declare her dead at the scene. Following the collision, security forces launched a pursuit of the truck driver. He was located and apprehended a short time later and taken in for questioning. He is suspected of causing the pedestrian's death.
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