Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Ma On Shan this morning (May 30) in which an 84-year-old woman died.
At about 9.20am, a light goods vehicle (LGV) driven by a 54-year-old man was travelling along On Luk Street towards Sai Sha Road. When approaching Sai Sha Road, it reportedly knocked down the 84-year-old woman who was crossing the road.
Sustaining serious head injuries, the woman was rushed to Prince of Wales Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 10.16am.
The driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for further 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 at 3661 1300 or 3661 1348.
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