Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Cheung Sha Wan today (July 18), in which an 81-year-old man died.
      
          At about 7.45am, a public light bus (PLB) driven by a 61-year-old man was travelling along Shun Ning Road northbound. When reaching near Fat Tseung Street, it reportedly rammed into a stationary medium goods vehicle and then knocked down the 81-year-old man who was crossing the road.
      
          Sustaining head injuries, the man was rushed to Princess Margaret Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 12.35pm.
      
          The PLB driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death. He is being detained for enquiries.
      
          Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Kowloon West is underway.
      
          Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers at 3661 9000.

Ends/Tuesday, July 18, 2017
Issued at HKT 18:55

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