Arrested man released after woman dies following 'hit-and-run' at crossing

The 26-year-old was at a crossing island on Castlebank Street, near the entrance of Burger King and Starbucks, when she was struck by a car.

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A man who was arrested in connection with an alleged hit-and-run in Glasgow, which left a woman dead, has been released.

The female pedestrian was at a crossing island on Castlebank Street, near the entrance of Burger King and Starbucks, around 8.45pm on Tuesday, when she was struck.

Emergency services attended, and the 26-year-old was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, where she was pronounced dead a short time later.

Her family has been informed.

The car left the scene before police arrived, but has since been located.

A 49-year-old man who was arrested in connection with the incident has since been released as enquiries continue.

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