Fatal traffic accident in Sau Mau Ping
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At about 6.35pm, a public light bus (PLB) driven by a 54-year-old man was travelling along On Sau Road towards Tseung Kwan O. When approaching Kam Tai House of On Tai Estate, it reportedly knocked down the 70-year-old man who was crossing the road.
Sustaining serious head injury, the 70-year-old man was rushed to United Christian Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 7.20pm.
The PLB driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for further enquiries.
Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Kowloon East is underway.
Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 2305 7500 or 2305 7570.
Ends/Sunday, January 12, 2020
Issued at HKT 23:39
Issued at HKT 23:39
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