Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident happened in Kwai Chung last night (October 29) in which a woman died.
At around 10.30pm yesterday, a taxi driven by a 66-year-old man was travelling along Kwai Chung Road towards Tsuen Wan. Upon approaching 997-999 Kwai Chung Road, the taxi reportedly knocked down a 75-year-old woman who was crossing the road.
Sustaining multiple injuries, the woman was rushed to Princess Margaret Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 0.25am today (October 30).
The taxi driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for enquiries.
Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories South is underway.
Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 1300.
Follow this news feed: East Asia