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Police are investigating a traffic accident in which a 70-year-old man was killed in Connaught Road West, Sai Wan today (August 17).
Shortly after 4 pm, a light good vehicle (LGV) driven by a 30-year-old man was travelling along West-bound Connaught Road. When reaching the road junction with Hill Road, the LGV reportedly rammed down a 70-year-old man who was crossing the road.
Sustaining serious injuries, the victim was sent to the Queen Mary Hospital where he was certified dead at 8.16 pm.
Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Hong Kong Island is proceeding.
Anyone who has witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3106 8848 or 31068800.
Add Police report No.4
End/Thursday, August 17, 2006.
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Ends/Thursday, August 17, 2006
Issued at HKT 22:00
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