Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident happened in Chai Wan today (December 18), in which a woman died.

     At about 2.16pm, a taxi driven by a 71-year-old man was traveling along Aldrich Street towards Po Man Street. When approaching Shau Kei Wan Bus Terminus, it reportedly knocked down the 81-year-old woman who was crossing the road.

     Sustaining head injuries, the woman was rushed to Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 3.18pm.

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

     Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Hong Kong Island is under way.

     Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3660 6849.

Ends/Thursday, December 18, 2025
Issued at HKT 19:43

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