Man charged after pedestrian killed in crash
Erjon Aliaj has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a 62-year-old woman died
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A man has been charged following a fatal crash in Smethwick.
Police were called to Thimblemill Road shortly before 21:30 BST on Thursday after a car struck a woman. Despite the best efforts of paramedics, the 62-year-old died at the scene.
Erjon Aliaj, of no fixed address, was arrested and charged with causing death by dangerous driving.
The 35-year-old was remanded in custody to appear at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court on Saturday.
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: "Our thoughts remain with the woman's family at this tragic time, and specialist officers are keeping them up-to-date with the latest developments."
Anyone with information who can help police with their inquiries, including dashcam or doorbell footage, is asked to contact the force.
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