Mum dies in Dundee street attack - 20-year-old arrested
The woman was on the city's South Road and couldn't be saved
Last updated 6th Jul 2025
Residents on a Dundee street have been left stunned following the death of a woman on Saturday afternoon.
Emergency services were called to a report of a serious incident on South Road in the city at around 4.25 pm.
The victim, believed to be in her 30s, was treated by paramedics but pronounced dead at the scene.
Police said that a 20-year-old man had been arrested, and investigations were continuing.
Detective Superintendent Peter Sharp, the officer in charge of the inquiry, said his thoughts were with the woman's family.
He said: "Extensive enquiries are ongoing and I am satisfied that the incident has been contained and there is no wider risk to the public.
"I would appeal for anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed the incident or has information that may assist us to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 2283 of July 5, 2025.
"Information can also be given to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
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