Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Sham Shui Po today (December 9) in which an 87-year-old man died.

     At 12.54pm, a light goods vehicle (LGV) driven by a 45-year-old man was travelling along Woh Chai Street south-eastbound. When turning right to Shek Kip Mei Street, it reportedly knocked down the 87-year-old man who was crossing the road.

     Sustaining serious head injuries, the man was rushed to Caritas Medical Centre in unconscious state and was certified dead at 1.09pm.

     The LGV driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for further 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 on 3661 9062 or 3661 9000.



     

Ends/Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Issued at HKT 20:41

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