Fatal traffic accident in Tsim Sha Tsui
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At about 4am, a taxi driven by a 41-year-old man and the 56-year-old cyclist were travelling along Canton Road towards Yau Ma Tei. When approaching near Austin Road, the two vehicles reportedly collided.
Sustaining serious head injuries, the 56-year-old cyclist was rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 4.45am.
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 9058.
Ends/Sunday, June 3, 2018
Issued at HKT 10:35
Issued at HKT 10:35
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