Fatal traffic accident in Yuen Long
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Police are investigating a traffic accident in Yuen Long this afternoon (January 11) in which a man aged about 70 was killed.

About 1.05pm, a public light bus (PLB) driven by a 58-year-old man turned into Tai Lee Street from Yuen Long Tung Tai Street. It knocked down a man aged about 70 while reversing on Tai Lee Street.

The man sustained serious head injuries and was rushed to Pok Oi Hospital in unconscious state, where he was later certified dead at 1.42pm.

No identification document was found on the deceased.

The 58-year-old PLB driver was later arrested for dangerous driving causing death. He is released on bail pending further investigation.

Investigations will be taken over by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North.

Anyone who saw the accident or who has any information about the identity of the deceased is urged to contact the investigating officers at 2677 6299.

Add Police Report No. 8

Ends/Sunday, January 11, 2009