Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Cheung Sha Wan yesterday (May 6) in which a man died.

     At about 11.30pm, a motorcycle driven by a 62-year-old man was travelling along Tai Po Road - Sha Tin Heights towards Sha Tin, while a private car driven by a 25-year-old man was travelling along Tai Po Road - Sha Tin Heights towards Kowloon. When approaching Kowloon Reservoir, the private car reportedly went out of control, dashed to the opposite traffic lane and rammed into the motorcycle.

     Sustaining serious leg injuries, the motorcyclist was rushed to Caritas Medical Centre in unconscious state and was certified dead today (May 7) at 0.29 am.

     The private car driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for 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 9188.