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Driver remanded over schoolgirl’s death in Praia

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The driver involved in the death of Aylla Danielle, a seven-year-old schoolgirl hit near her school in Praia, has been placed in pre-trial detention. Cape Verde’s National Police announced the measure on 19 October and urged motorists to take extra care around schools, Anacao reports.

The young driver involved in the accident that killed Aylla Danielle, a third-year pupil at Miraflores Educational Centre in Praia, has been placed in pre-trial detention, Cape Verde’s National Police announced on 19 October.

The victim was struck near Miraflores school while the driver was travelling in a vehicle used for an illegal taxi service known in Praia as “Clã”. The National Police called on drivers to take extra care around schools and obey the Highway Code.

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