Fatal traffic accident in Chai Wan
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Police are investigating a traffic accident in Chai Wan this (June 13) evening in which a 74-year-old man was killed.

About 5.20pm, a light goods vehicle driven by a 32-year-old man was travelling on southbound Wing Tai Road. On reaching the junction of Ka Yip Street, it knocked down a 74-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the road.

The male pedestrian who sustained serious head injuries was taken to the Eastern Hospital, where he was certified dead at 5.48pm.

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

Anyone who saw the accident or who has any information is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3106 8800 or 3106 8833.

Add Police Report No. 6
Issued by PPRB

Ends/Saturday, June 13, 2009
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