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Corinthians bus runs over female fan

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Updated Sep 1, 2010 7:25 PM ET
     
 

Authorities say a 21-year-old woman has died after being run over by a bus carrying Corinthians players at a party in Sao Paulo to celebrate the Brazilian team's centenary.

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The fan died in a hospital early Wednesday. Officials said it appeared she slipped near the bus' back wheel as it passed near supporters trying to get a glimpse of the players.

Police said about 100,000 fans gathered at a city plaza for the festivities commemorating the anniversary of Brazil's second most popular club behind Flamengo.

 
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