Fatal traffic accident in Sai Kung
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     Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Sai Kung this morning (June 5) in which a 76-year-old man died.

     At about 6.20am, a private car driven by a 26-year-old man was travelling along Wai Man Road towards Sai Kung direction. It reportedly knocked down the 76-year-old man who was crossing the road.

     Sustaining serious head injuries, the man was rushed to Tseung Kwan O Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 7.49am.

     The driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death. He has been released on bail pending further enquiries and is required to report back to Police in mid-July.

     Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Kowloon East is underway.

     Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 2305 7500 or 2305 7571.
     
 

Ends/Friday, June 5, 2020
Issued at HKT 14:48

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