In a tragic turn of events, two women were struck by cars in two separate incidents in Perth last night. One woman, Charmaine Fisher, was killed on the spot after being hit by a car at the intersection of Morrison and Farrell roads in Midvale. The driver of the vehicle that struck her was not injured.
Takeaways:
•Charmaine Fisher was killed after being struck by a car at the intersection of Morrison and Farrell roads in Midvale.
• Witnesses returned to the scene today to pay their respects.
• The driver of the vehicle that struck Miss Fisher was not injured.
• In a second unrelated incident, a 20 year old woman was struck by a police car in Northbridge on Wellington Street and taken to Royal Perth Hospital with serious head injuries.
In a second unrelated incident, a 20 year old woman was struck by a police car in Northbridge on Wellington Street and taken to Royal Perth Hospital with serious head injuries. The driver of the police car was also taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
The cases are still under investigation by authorities. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of the victims during this difficult time.
Witnesses of the accident involving Miss Fisher have returned to the scene today to pay their respects. One mourner, who wished to remain anonymous, said “She was such a lovely person. Always had a smile on her face, no matter what. It’s just so tragic that this happened to her.”
Friends and family have also taken to social media to share their memories of Miss Fisher. Her cousin wrote on Facebook “Rest in peace Charmaine. You will be truly missed by all who knew you.”
The Road Accident Investigation Team is looking into both incidents and appealing for anyone with information about either case to come forward.
A Nightmarish Turn of Events for Perth Roads.
What should have been a quiet night turned into a nightmare for residents in Perth as two women were struck by cars only hours apart from each other. Charmaine Fisher lost her life after being hit by a car at an intersection in Midvale while another 20 year old woman was left fighting for her life after she was hit by a police car in Northbridge. Our thoughts are with the families and friends of the victims during this difficult time as they cope with this tragedy.
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