Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Tuen Mun last night (January 20) in which a 13-year-old boy died.

     At about 6.47pm, a Light Rail train driven by a 44-year-old man was travelling along Castle Peak Road – Hung Shui Kiu towards Tuen Mun. When approaching near Yick Yuen Road, a bicycle driven by a 13-year-old boy crossing the railway reportedly collided with the train.

     Sustaining multiple injuries, the 13-year-old boy was rushed to Tuen Mun Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 7.48pm.

     Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North is underway.

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

Ends/Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Issued at HKT 1:36

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