Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Sheung Shui in the early hours today (March 28) in which a 27-year-old man died.

     At 0.50am, a private car driven by a 39-year-old man reportedly knocked down the 27-year-old man when it was reversing in a car park in Hung Kiu San Tsuen, Man Kam To Road. After the impact, the private car left the scene.

     Sustaining serious head injuries, the 27-year-old man was rushed to Prince Wales Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 2.30am.

     The private car driver returned to the scene subsequently, and was arrested for drink driving and dangerous driving causing death. He is being detained for further enquiries.

     Investigation will be conducted by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North.

     Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers at 3661 3819 or 3661 3818.

Ends/Sunday, March 28, 2021
Issued at HKT 9:15

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