Woman killed as vehicle hits her and power pole in Hamilton, homicide probe launched
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Fatal Crash in Hamilton Sparks Homicide InquiryA 30-year-old woman died Thursday morning after a vehicle struck a power pole near her in Hamilton.
Key FactsMay 15, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- A 30-year-old woman was killed when a vehicle collided with a power pole beside her in Hamilton.
- Authorities have opened a homicide investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
- Specialists and investigators remain at the scene while the affected road is expected to stay closed for an extended period.
- Witnesses observed the accident around 9:30 a.m. and noted that many people assisted after the collision.
I think we saw it happen around 9:30am, you don't know what is going on to start with, but it's been a long time, the whole day.— A worker at the Herbal Shop and Clinic opposite the intersection describes the events following the incident.
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