Fatal traffic accident in Sai Kung
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Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Sai Kung tonight (April 19) in which a 58-year-old woman died.
At 7.27 pm, a public light bus driven by a 65-year-old man was travelling along Hiram's Highway towards Sai Kung. When approaching near 380 Hiram’s Highway, it reportedly knocked down the 58-year-old woman who was crossing the road.
Sustaining multiple injuries, the woman was rushed to Tseung Kwan O Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 8.59pm.
The driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for enquiries.
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 3661 0262.
Ends/Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Issued at HKT 23:27
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