Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident happened in Ngau Tau Kok yesterday (February 13), in which a man died.

     At about 9.12pm yesterday, a taxi driven by a 46-year-old man was travelling along Kwun Tong Road towards Kwun Tong. When approaching Ngau Tau Kok Road, it reportedly knocked down an 80-year-old man who was crossing the road.

     Sustaining serious head and limbs injuries, the man was rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 10.37pm yesterday.

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

     Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Kowloon East is under way.

     Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 0259.

Ends/Saturday, February 14, 2026
Issued at HKT 7:25

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