Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Hung Hom last night (April 12) in which a 65-year-old man died.
At about 7.30pm, a public light bus (PLB) driven by an 81-year-old man was travelling eastbound along Sheung Shing Street. When approaching the junction of Sheung Lok Street, it reportedly knocked down the 65-year-old man who was crossing the road.
Sustaining serious head injuries, the 65-year-old man was rushed to Kwong Wah Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 8.04pm.
The PLB 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 9000 or 3661 9023.
Follow this news feed: East Asia