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The Chief Executive, Mr Tung Chee Hwa, sent his regards to those who were injured in the accident involving a jetfoil this (Saturday) afternoon.

He said: "Staff from all departments concerned and hospitals are making their best efforts to treat the injured. They will provide the victims and their families with all the assistance required. The Marine Department has begun an investigation into the cause of the accident."

End/Saturday, May 2, 1998

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