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Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Sham Shui Po yesterday morning (April 7) in which a 77-year-old man was killed.
About 7.20am, a coach driven by a 55-year-old man was travelling along Lai Chi Kok Road towards Kwai Chung. When approaching the junction of Yen Chow Street, the coach reportedly knocked down the 77-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the road.
The pedestrian sustained serious head injuries and was rushed to Princess Margaret Hospital where he was certified dead at 12.52pm.
The coach driver was arrested for "dangerous driving causing death" and had been released on Police bail pending further enquiries.
Investigations by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Kowloon West are under way.
Anyone who may have seen the accident or who has any information is urged to contact the investigating officers on 2773 5200 or 2773 5262.
Police Report No. 1
Issued by PPRB
Ends/Thursday, April 8, 2010
Issued at HKT 00:19
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