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Teenage pedestrian killed in BMW smash

A teenager was knocked down and killed on a Pelican crossing by a car.

The 19-year-old was hit by the blue saloon BMW 330 while crossing Bow Road in Mile End. Paramedics rushing to the scene were unable to save her and she died a short while later. The collision happened at 2.30am yesterday.

The driver, who stopped at the scene, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

He has since been bailed until next month.

Anyone with information about the crash should call police on 0208 597 4874.

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