Fatal traffic accident in Chai Wan
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Police are investigating a traffic accident in Chai Wan this morning (February 1) in which a 70-year-old woman died.

About 6am, a light goods vehicle (LGV) driven by a 47-year-old man was travelling along Oi Lai Street towards Oi Yin Street. When reaching no.1 of Oi Lai Street, the LGV reportedly hit a 70-year-old woman who was crossing the zebra crossing.

The woman sustained injuries and was sent to Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital in unconscious state, where she was certified dead at 6.40am.

The 47-year-old LGV driver was arrested for "dangerous driving causing death".

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

Anyone who saw the accident or who has any information is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3106 8800 or 3106 8848.

Police Report No. 5
Issued by PPRB

Ends/Sunday, February 1, 2009