The Kabul Tribune (KT) — An Afghan citizen died after being struck by a car while crossing a road near a newly opened bridge in Tehran, Iranian media reported.
The accident occurred at about 8 p.m. at the entrance to the
bridge near Tohid Square, toward Sattarkhan, the Mehr News Agency reported,
citing a security official in Tehran.
The official said the pedestrian was hit by a Peugeot 206
while crossing the street. The victim was taken to a hospital but died from the
severity of the injuries.
Authorities have not released the victim’s name or age.
The Student News Agency also reported the incident,
describing it as a tragic accident on the first day of the new bridge’s
opening.
