Fatal traffic accident in North Point

     Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in North Point in the small hours today (April 4) in which a 75-year-old man died.

     At about 4.50am, a taxi was travelling along Island Eastern Corridor eastbound. When approaching Oil Street, it reportedly knocked down the 75-year-old man. After the impact, the taxi left the scene.

     Sustaining multiple injuries, the man was certified dead at scene.

     Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Hong Kong Island is underway.

     Anyone who may have witnessed the accident or has any information is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3660 6800 or 3660 6849.