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Man arrested after death of woman found injured on Dundee street

Man arrested after death of woman found injured on Dundee street

BBC News06-07-2025
A man has been arrested after the death of a woman who was found seriously injured on a Dundee street.Police Scotland said officers were called to South Road in the city at about 16:25 on Saturday. The woman, who was in her 30s but has not been named, was treated by paramedics but pronounced dead at the scene.A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident.
Det Supt Peter Sharp said: "My thoughts are with the woman's family at this time and there is no doubt this was a distressing incident for those who witnessed and attended the incident."Extensive inquiries are ongoing and I am satisfied that the incident has been contained and there is no wider risk to the public."Anyone with information is asked to contact the force.
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