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Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Mong Kok this morning (March 24) in which a 45-year-old man was killed.
At 5.35am, a taxi driven by a 53-year-old man was travelling along Argyle Street towards Tai Kok Tsui. When approaching the junction with Nathan Road, it reportedly knocked down the 45-year-old man who was crossing the road.
The pedestrian sustained serious injuries and was rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital where he was certified dead at 6.15am.
Investigations by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Kowloon West are under way.
Anyone who may have seen the accident or who has any information is urged to contact the investigating officers on 2773 5200 or 2773 5262.
Add Police Report No. 2
Ends/Thursday, March 24, 2011
Issued at HKT 08:19
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