Female cyclist dies after being hit by truck in central Stockholm

The accident occurred at the intersection of Kungsgatan and Sveavägen early Wednesday morning.

The woman, who was in her 60s, was taken to hospital by ambulance but her life could not be saved.

We have interviewed the driver and have filed a report of negligence in traffic and causing the death of another person, says Anders Bryngelsson, press spokesperson for the police.

The truck driver is a suspect in the case. It is not yet clear how the accident happened.