Pedestrian dies after being struck by bus

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An elderly Auckland woman died after she was hit by a bus in Mt Roskill yesterday.

Patricia Davis, 74, was struck by the Metrolink bus while crossing Stoddard Rd shortly after 11.20am.

She was taken to Auckland City Hospital but died of her injuries.

The police serious crash unit is investigating and has appealed for witnesses.

A business owner who saw the crash said Ms Davis had misjudged traffic when crossing the busy road.

"It was a bad call. She just misjudged everything, it was bad timing," said the man, who did not wish to be identified. He did not see the impact but heard a loud thud.

"I went out and saw her lying motionless on the road."

Another business owner, Guuled Worfa, said Ms Davis did not respond when ambulance staff tried to talk to her.

"She was an old lady but I couldn't see her face because she was facing down. She was bleeding from the head."

Part of Stoddard Rd was closed while police conducted a scene examination.

An Auckland Transport spokeswoman said the bus driver was stood down immediately and offered counselling.

Anyone who saw the crash can call the Auckland police on (09) 302-6400.

- NZPA, Amelia Wade