A 68-year-old woman has died after she was reportedly struck by a coach on Des Voeux Road in Central this morning.

The accident happened at about 8.24am, as the coach was travelling eastbound, near 19 Des Voeux Road.

The woman was sent to Queen Mary Hospital where she died at 9:08am.

The 39-year-old coach driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death.

Anyone who saw the accident should call Police on 3661 1620.