Woman killed in collision

A WOMAN was killed after being hit by a car while crossing a road in Hampshire.

The 45-year-old was on the dual carriageway on Bitterne Road West, Southampton, on Monday night.

It happened at the road's junction with Rampart Road, at 10pm.

A 51-year-old man was driving a black Audi, which was involved in the collision.

Officers closed the road for several hours while police investigated the incident.

A statement from Hampshire Constabulary said: ‘It's believed the woman had been in the area around the BP garage for some time prior to the incident.

‘Anyone with information is asked to contact 101, quoting the reference 442200172280.’