​The Architectural Services Department (ArchSD) was deeply saddened by the passing of a staff member of its contractor at a refurbishment works site at the Kowloon Bay Sports Ground today (June 26) and extended its deepest condolences to the deceased's family. Following the incident, representatives of the ArchSD visited the works site to understand the situation and requested the contractor to provide appropriate assistance to the deceased's family.
      
     At about 9am today, a 65-year-old male worker was suspected to have been struck by and pulled underneath an operating road roller. He was certified dead at the scene.
      
     The refurbishment works have been fully suspended with immediate effect. The ArchSD has instructed the contractor to carry out a thorough investigation into the cause of the accident. The ArchSD will also render full assistance to relevant departments in their investigations.

Ends/Friday, June 26, 2026
Issued at HKT 19:09

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