Fatal traffic accident in Mong Kok
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At about 7.50am, a private car driven by a 24-year-old man was travelling along Lai Chi Kok Road towards New Territories. When reaching the junction with Shanghai Street, it reportedly knocked down the 87-year-old man who was crossing the road.
Sustaining head injuries, the male pedestrian was rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 9.22am.
The driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death. He is being detained for further enquiries.
Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Kowloon West is underway.
Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers at 3661 9026 or 3661 9000.
Ends/Friday, September 23, 2016
Issued at HKT 13:48
Issued at HKT 13:48
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