Police appeal for information on fatal traffic accident in Western
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Police today (August 11) appealed for information about a traffic accident in Western on August 2 in which a 53-year-old man who was injured subsequently died in hospital.

About 9.50am, a taxi driven by a 56-year-old man was travelling along westbound Belcher's Street. When the car turned right into Cadogan Street, it hit the 53-year-old man who was crossing the road.

The man who sustained head injuries was sent to Queen Mary Hospital where he was certified dead at 8.48am on August 7.

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

Anyone who might have witnessed the accident or who has any information is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3106 8800.

Police Report No. 1
Ends/Monday, August 11, 2008