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Bus driver arrested for drink and drug driving after pedestrian dies in Southampton crash
Overview
A bus driver has been arrested on suspicion of drink and drug driving following a collision on Coxford Road in Southampton that resulted in the death of a female pedestrian in her 50s.
Key points
- The crash occurred on Coxford Road, Southampton, on Thursday shortly before 16:20 BST.
- A female pedestrian in her 50s died at the scene.
- A 54-year-old man from Whiteley was arrested on suspicion of drink driving and drug driving.
- The suspect has been released under investigation while police inquiries continue.
- Hampshire and Isle of Wight police are appealing for witnesses, information, and dash cam footage.