Police are investigating a traffic accident in Sha Tin today (June 28) in which a 62-year-old man died.

     About 8.16am, a private car driven by a 62-year-old man was travelling along Tai Chung Kiu Road towards Ma On Shan bound. When approaching the junction with On King Street, it reportedly knocked down a 62-year-old man and a 57-year-old woman who were crossing the road.

     Sustaining serious head injuries, the man was rushed to Prince of Wales Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 2.47pm. The 57-year-old woman sustained leg injuries and was sent to Prince of Wales Hospital for medical treatment in conscious state.

     The 62-year-old driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm. He was released on bail and is required to report back to police in late-July.

     Investigation will be taken over by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories South.

     Anyone who might have witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers at 3661 1300.