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Police today (January 19) appealed for information about a traffic accident in Aberdeen this afternoon in which a 73-year-old woman was killed.
About 2pm, a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) driven by a 59-year-old man was travelling along Tin Wan Praya Road towards Wah Kwai Estate. When reaching 23 Tin Wan Praya Road, the HGV turned left into a concrete batching plant and it reportedly knocked down the 73-year-old woman who was walking on the pavement.
Sustaining serious injuries, the woman was certified dead at the scene by ambulanceman.
Investigations by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Hong Kong Island are under way.
Anyone who might have witnessed the accident or who has any information is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3106 8800 or 3106 8848.
Add Police Report No. 5
Ends/Monday, January 19, 2009
Issued at HKT 19:21
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