Police appeal for information on fatal accident in Yau Ma Tei
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Police today (August 22) appealed for information about a traffic accident in Yau Ma Tei, in which a 58-year-old woman was seriously injured and later died in hospital.

About 11.00am, a light goods vehicle driven by a 42-year-old man was travelling in Dundas Street east bound. When it right turn into Shanghai Street, the vehicle hit the 58-year-old woman who was crossing the road.

The victim sustained serious injuries and was taken to the Kwong Wah Hospital. She was certified dead at 2.13pm.

The 42-year-old man was later arrested for dangerous driving causing death. He is still being detained for enquiries.

Investigation by the Accident Investigation Team, Traffic Kowloon West is proceeding.

Anyone who may have seen the accident or who has any information is urged to contact the investigating officers on 2773 5200.

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Ends/Saturday, August 22, 2009