Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Sheung Shui this evening (January 22) in which a 54-year-old man died.

     At about 6.10pm today, a bus driven by a 46-year-old man was travelling along Lung Wan Street towards San Wan Road. When reaching near MTR Sheung Shui Station, it reportedly knocked down a 54-year-old man who was crossing the road.

     Sustaining serious head injuries, the 54-year-old man was rushed to Prince of Wales Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 10.22pm. The 46-year-old male bus driver was sent to North District Hospital in conscious state.

     Investigation will be conducted by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North.

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

 

Ends/Sunday, January 22, 2017
Issued at HKT 23:59

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