Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Ngau Tau Kok this morning (July 28) in which a 73-year-old woman died.
At about 8.50am, a public light bus (PLB) driven by a 62-year-old man was travelling towards Ngau Tau Kok along Chun Wah Road. When approaching near 20 Chun Wah Road, it reportedly knocked down the 73-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the road and dragged her to Ngau Tau Kok Road.
The 73-year-old woman was later located at the junction of Ngau Tau Kok Road and Fuk To Street. Sustaining multiple injuries, she was rushed to United Christian Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 9.36am. The PLB driver felt unwell and was sent to United Christian Hospital for medical treatment in conscious state.
The PLB driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for further enquiries.
Active 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 at 2305 7570 or 2305 7500.
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