Fatal crash at Queenstown

Just after 9.30pm on Saturday 16 November, police and emergency services were called to Port Road, Queenstown, near Brougham Place, after reports that a person had been hit by a car.

Sadly, the pedestrian, a 71-year-old Queenstown woman, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the Mitsubishi ute, a 34-year-old North Haven man, was not physically injured in the crash.

Major Crash investigators attended and examined the scene overnight.

The ute was towed from the scene for forensic examination.

The road reopened about 1am.

Anyone who witnessed this incident or has any dashcam footage that may assist the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au

The woman's death is the 78th life lost on South Australian roads so far this year.