Fatal traffic accident in Tsim Sha Tsui
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At about 0.10am, a taxi driven by a 61-year-old man was travelling along Nathan Road towards Sham Shui Po. When reaching the junction with Haiphong Road, it reportedly knocked down the 69-year-old man who was crossing the road.
Sustaining head injuries, the male pedestrian was rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in unconscious state where he was certified dead at 1.34am.
The taxi driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and 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 on 3661 9000 or 3661 9062.
Ends/Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Issued at HKT 5:48
Issued at HKT 5:48
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