Fatal traffic accident in Tsuen Wan
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At about 2.47pm, a light goods vehicle (LGV) driven by a 27-year-old man was travelling along Route Twisk towards Tsuen Wan. When reaching near Muk Min Ha Tsuen, it reportedly knocked down a 63-year-old woman who was working on the road.
Sustaining injuries to her lower body, the woman was rushed to Princess Margaret Hospital in conscious state and was certified dead at 3.57pm.
The 27-year-old male driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for enquiries.
Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories South is underway.
Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers at 3661 1300.
Ends/Thursday, May 18, 2017
Issued at HKT 20:48
Issued at HKT 20:48
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