Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Yuen Long this morning (October 12) in which a 79-year-old man died.

     At 7.29am, a light goods vehicle (LGV) driven by a 66-year-old man was travelling along Tai Tong Road towards Kam Tin. When approaching the junction of Ma Tong Road, it reportedly collided with a bicycle.

     Sustaining serious head injuries, the 79-year-old male cyclist was rushed to Pok Oi Hospital in unconscious state and certified dead at 8.38am.

     The LGV driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for enquiries.

     Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North is underway.

     Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 3800 or 3661 3858.