Fatal traffic accident in Tsuen Wan

     Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Tsuen Wan in the small hours of today (June 22) in which a 40-year-old man died.

     At 1.09am, a taxi driven by a 58-year-old man was travelling along Castle Peak Road – Tsuen Wan towards Tuen Mun. When approaching near 342 Castle Peak Road – Tsuen Wan, it reportedly knocked down the 40-year-old man who was crossing the road.

     Sustaining head and leg injuries, the man was rushed to Princess Margaret Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 8.47am.

     The driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm after the accident. He has been released on bail pending further enquiries and is required to report back to Police in early July.

     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 on 3661 1300 or 3661 1446.