Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Tseung Kwan O this afternoon (August 17) in which a four-year-old girl died.
At about 1.03pm, a private car driven by a 56-year-old man was travelling along Clear Water Bay Road towards Kowloon. When approaching near Pak Shek Wo Village, it reportedly knocked down the four-year-old girl who was crossing the road.
Sustaining serious head injuries, the girl was certified dead at scene.
The private car driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for further enquiries.
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 on 2305 7500 or 2305 7570.
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