Fatal traffic accident in Tai Po

     Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Tai Po last night (February 23) in which a 65-year-old woman died.

     At about 8.24pm last night, a taxi driven by a 64-year-old man was travelling along Ting Kok Road towards Tai Wo Estate. Upon reaching the junction of Ting Kok Road and Nam Wan Road, it reportedly knocked down the 65-year-old woman who was crossing the road.

     Sustaining multiple serious injuries, the woman was rushed to Prince of Wales Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 10.06pm.

     The taxi driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death. He has been released on bail pending further enquiries and is required to report back to Police in late March.

     Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North is underway.

     Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 3800.