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Police are investigating a traffic accident in which a 23-year-old man was killed in Yuen Long this afternoon (October 13).
At about 2.50 pm, a motorcycle travelling along the second lane of Long Yat Road towards Sheung Shui reportedly lost control and rammed a kerb on the right while making a left turn near Yuen Long Kau Hui Road.
After the impact, the 23-year-old motorcyclist sustaining serious injuries and was rushed to Tuen Mun Hospital where he was certified dead at about 4.34 pm.
Investigations will be taken over by the Special Investigation Team, New Territories North.
Anyone who has witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 2675 3325.
Police Report No. 7
Ends/Thursday, October 13, 2005
Issued at HKT 18:41
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