Fatal traffic accident in Happy Valley
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At about 11.30am, a private car driven by a 45-year-old man was travelling along Sing Woo Road towards Blue Pool Road. When approaching near 60 Sing Woo Road, it reportedly knocked down the 89-year-old man who was crossing the road.
Sustaining serious head injuries, the 89-year-old man was rushed to Ruttonjee Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 1.49pm.
The private car driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for further enquiries.
Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Hong Kong Island is underway.
Anyone who may have witnessed the accident or has any information is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3660 6838 or 3660 6800.
Ends/Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Issued at HKT 19:15
Issued at HKT 19:15
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