A 89-year-old woman has died after a serious car accident in Borceag village, Cahul district.

The old lady, who was walking on the edge of the road was hit by the car that skidded due to icy road. 

The misfortune occurred around 11 a.m. on a local road.

The woman died before the arrival of ambulance .

In this case, Cahul Police Station opened a criminal case for violation of traffic safety rules.

The 36-year-old driver is being investigated. If guilty, he risks 7 years imprisonment.